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saliferous

/səˈlɪf.ər.əs/

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adjective

/səˈlɪf.ər.əs/C2formalscientificobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее прилагательное, означающее содержащий или производящий соль.

An obsolete adjective meaning containing or producing salt.

  1. Containing or yielding saltC2formal

    Describes rocks, soil, or geological formations that contain or produce salt.

    ruСодержащий соль

    • The saliferous deposits in the region were mined for centuries.
    • Geologists studied the saliferous layers of the ancient seabed.
    • Saliferous soil is not suitable for most agricultural crops.

    Synonymssalinesalty

    Antonymsfreshsweet