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argentiferous

Pronunciation: /ˌɑːdʒ(ə)nˈtɪf(ə)rəs/

Definition of argentiferous

adjective

  • (of rocks or minerals) containing silver.

Origin:

late 18th century: from Latin argentum 'silver' + -ferous

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