The Welsh copper industries of mining, smelting and refining created generations of talented workers. Although dominated by men, women took part too, particularly in the North Wales mines. Copperworking settlements created new communities in Wales and abroad.
Bitter definition, having a harsh, disagreeably acrid taste, like that of aspirin, quinine, wormwood, or aloes. See more.
1. That which is bitter: all words ... / Failing to give the bitter of the sweet (Tennyson). 2. bitters A bitter, usually alcoholic liquid made with herbs or roots and used in cocktails or as a tonic.