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mineral vein

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun mineral vein has 1 sense
  1. vein, mineral vein - a layer of ore between layers of rock
    --1 is a kind of geological formation, formation
    --1 has particulars: bonanza

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Mineral Vein

Definition

A mineral vein refers to a distinct narrow deposit or concentration of minerals that is embedded within rocks or other geological formations.

Senses

Sense 1:

Noun - A geological feature where minerals accumulate, forming a concentrated deposit within rocks.

Sample Sentence: The gold miners tirelessly searched for mineral veins in the rugged mountains.

Sense 2:

Noun - A natural underground crack or fissure filled with minerals, often sought after for mining purposes.

Sample Sentence: The miner struck it rich when he stumbled upon a large silver mineral vein deep within the mine.

Sense 3:

Noun - In anatomy, a narrow blood vessel extending through the body, responsible for transporting oxygen-depleted blood back to the heart.

Sample Sentence: The doctor examined the patient's mineral veins to assess any potential issues with blood flow.

Sense 4:

Noun - Local usage: Referring to a popular local team or group that excels in a specific sport or activity.

Sample Sentence: The local mineral vein of baseball players is renowned for their exceptional skills and numerous championship wins.

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