The region is known for its auriferous deposits of gold.
auriferous veins
Frequency:
60
%
Miners discovered auriferous veins in the mountain.
auriferous ores
Frequency:
50
%
The mine is rich in auriferous ores waiting to be extracted.
Idiomatic Expressions for auriferous
Phrase: auriferous vein
Meaning: refers to a rich source or abundant supply of something valuable
Usage: The new technology company discovered an auriferous vein of talented engineers in the local area.