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argentiferous

/ˌɑːr.dʒənˈtɪf.ər.əs/

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adjective

/ˌɑːr.dʒənˈtɪf.ər.əs/formaltechnicalobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее прилагательное, означающее 'содержащий или дающий серебро'.

An obsolete adjective meaning 'containing or yielding silver'.

  1. Containing or yielding silverC2formal

    Describes a substance, especially a mineral or ore, that contains or produces silver.

    ruСеребросодержащий

    • The miners discovered an argentiferous vein deep in the mountain.
    • Argentiferous galena is a primary source of silver.
    • The region is known for its argentiferous deposits.