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telluride
noun
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Word History
International Scientific Vocabulary
1832, in the meaning defined above
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“Telluride.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/telluride. Accessed 19 Aug. 2024.
Geographical Definition
Telluride
geographical name
Note: Founded as a mining camp, Telluride flourished with the discovery of silver, gold, copper, iron, lead, and zinc nearby. Today it is a ski resort with numerous upscale seasonal homes.
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