What does the cryptic crossword clue "Decide to put off excavation (9)" mean?

The definition is "Decide". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). DETER (synonym="DETER") + MINE (synonym="MINE") = DETERMINE; definition: "Decide" The answer is DETERMINE.

Decide to put off excavation (9)

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