buddle
l, ˈbʊd noun
1.
a shallow trough in which metalliferous ore is separated from gangue by means of running water.
verb (used with object)
2.
to wash (ore) in a buddle.
Origin:
1525–35; of uncertain origin
1525–35; of uncertain origin
Related forms
bud·dler, noun
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| —n | |
| 1. | a sloping trough in which ore is washed |
| —vb | |
| 2. | (tr) to wash (ore) in a buddle |
| [C16: of unknown origin] | |
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