Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

auriferous

Adjective

/ɔːˈrɪf.ər.əs/

Definition

Containing or yielding gold.

Examples

The auriferous hills attracted many miners during the gold rush.
Geologists discovered an auriferous vein in the mountains.
This river is known for its auriferous sands, which are searched for gold nuggets.

Meaning

The term ‘auriferous’ is used to describe something that produces or contains gold. It is often used in geological contexts to refer to deposits of minerals that have gold within them.