Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

placer

noun

/ˈpleɪsər/

Definition

A placer is a term used to describe an area where valuable minerals, especially gold, are formally deposited in a way that can be extracted easily.

Examples

Gold was discovered in a placer in the river, attracting miners from all around.
The placer deposits in the mountains yielded a significant amount of silver.
Many placer claims are staked along the tributaries of the main river.

Meaning

Placer refers to a site or location where valuable minerals have accumulated through natural processes, often in riverbeds, valleys, or along stream banks.