CEFR C1

metalliferous

adjective

Meaning

Containing or bearing metal, especially in commercially valuable quantities.

Examples

The region is known for its metalliferous ores, particularly copper and gold.
Prospectors searched for metalliferous deposits in the remote mountains.

Synonyms: metallic, mineral-bearing, ore-bearing

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metalliferous (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /mɛˈtælɪfərəs/

Definition

Containing or bearing metal, especially in commercially valuable quantities.

Examples

The region is known for its metalliferous ores, particularly copper and gold.
Prospectors searched for metalliferous deposits in the remote mountains.

Synonyms of metalliferous

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Antonyms of metalliferous

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