Goldfield (noun)

An area of land where gold has been discovered and is being mined or has been mined in the past.

Origin:

Derived from the words 'gold' meaning the precious metal and 'field' meaning an area of land.

Examples:

1. The goldfield was a bustling town during the gold rush, but now only a few abandoned buildings remain.
2. The geologist led the exploration team to a new goldfield in the remote wilderness.
3. The goldfield had a rich history, with many stories of miners striking it rich or losing everything in their pursuit of gold.
4. The goldfield was known for its unique geology and the presence of gold in unusual forms.
5. The goldfield was highly sought after by mining companies due to the large deposits of gold found there.