filon

Definitions of filon
  1. noun
    a deposit of valuable ore occurring within definite boundaries separating it from surrounding rocks
    synonyms: veine
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    type of:
    dépôt, sédimentation
    the phenomenon of sediment or gravel accumulating
  2. noun
    a layer of ore between layers of rock
    synonyms: veine
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    type of:
    géologie
    (geology) the geological features of the earth
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