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diamantiferous

Pronunciation: /ˌdʌɪəmənˈtɪf(ə)rəs/
Definition of diamantiferous

adjective

  • (of a rock formation, region, etc.) producing or yielding diamonds.

Origin:

late 19th century: from French diamantifère, from diamant 'diamond' + -fère 'producing'

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