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prospector
 

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Noun prospector has 1 sense
  1. prospector - someone who explores an area for mineral deposits
    --1 is a kind of     miner, mineworker
    --1 has particulars: sourdough
    Derived form: verb prospect2

Definitions from the Web

Prospector

Noun:

  1. One who searches for mineral deposits, like gold or silver, with the intention of mining them.
  2. Informal: An adventurous person who seeks out new opportunities or ventures.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The prospector spent years exploring the mountains in search of hidden gold.
  2. The fierce competition in Silicon Valley attracts many prospectors hoping to strike it rich with their innovative ideas.

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