lode

名词 lode:

1. a deposit of valuable ore occurring within definite boundaries separating it from surrounding rocks
   同义词：load

lode

n.（名词）

The metalliferous ore that fills a fissure in a rock formation.
矿脉：在固体结岩中用于填充裂缝的金属矿床
A vein of mineral ore deposited between clearly demarcated layers of rock.Also called lead
位于层次分明的两层岩石之间的矿脉也作 lead
A rich source or supply.
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来源：
Middle English lode [way, load]
中古英语 lode [道路，负担]
from Old English l3d [way] * see leit-
源自 古英语 l3d [道路] *参见 leit-