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Prospector
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someone who explores an area for mineral deposits
Example
Speculators and prospectors often ventured ahead of the settled frontier in search of fertile lands and mineral wealth.
Prospectors would pan the riverbed gravel to extract traces of gold, hoping for a lucrative find.
The amateur prospector struck it rich when he found a massive diamond in the unlikeliest of places.
Prospectors used to pan out in these hills looking for precious metals.
