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orebody

/ˈɔːrbɒdi/ noun · British & US
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What does orebody mean?

noun

A body of ore, especially one that is rich in minerals or metals. A deposit of ore, especially one that is large enough to be mined.

Example

"The geologists studied the orebody to determine its potential for mining."

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