This is the 5063rd most frequent Russian word.
мины
"Mины" translates to "mines" (explosive devices) in English.
Here, 'мины' refers to explosive devices used strategically in a military context.
Мины установили на поле для защиты.
Mines were placed in the field for defense.
In this example, 'мины' is used informally and colloquially to refer to tasks or items of study as a humorous metaphor, showing the student sees his studies as obstacles or challenges.
После урока я разложил по порядку все мои мины.
After the lesson, I arranged all my studies meticulously.
Here, 'мины' again refers to explosive military devices, emphasizing their appearance and underwater setting.