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词汇 ferrivorous
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Definition of ferrivorous in English:

ferrivorous

adjective fɛˈrɪv(ə)rəsfəˈrɪv(ə)rəs
rare
  • That eats or feeds on iron, or is thought to do so.

Origin

Late 18th century; earliest use found in William Smellie (1740–1795), printer, editor, and author. From ferri- + -vorous, after French ferrivore or its etymon scientific Latin ferrivora.

Definition of ferrivorous in US English:

ferrivorous

adjective
rare
  • That eats or feeds on iron, or is thought to do so.

Origin

Late 18th century; earliest use found in William Smellie (1740–1795), printer, editor, and author. From ferri- + -vorous, after French ferrivore or its etymon scientific Latin ferrivora.

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