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metalliferous

UK
/məˈtælɪfərəs/
US
/məˈtælɪfərəs/

Translations

metalliferousadjective
more metalliferous
Comp.
most metalliferous
Super.
UK
/məˈtælɪfərəs/
US
/məˈtælɪfərəs/
métallifèreSe dit d’une roche, d’un gisement ou d’une zone qui contient ou produit des métaux ou des minerais métalliques.
The metalliferous rocks in the region are rich in copper and gold.
Les roches métallifères de la région sont riches en cuivre et en or.
Synonyms
mineral-rich
ore-bearing
metal-bearing
metallic

Definitions

metalliferousadjective
Containing or yielding metal.
The metalliferous rocks in the region are rich in copper and gold.
Producing or bearing metallic ore, especially in commercially exploitable quantities.
Metalliferous lodes were extensively mined during the 19th century.
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