† ˈoredelf, ˈordelf Law. Obs.
[f. ore2 + delf, digging, excavation, quarry, mine.]
The digging of mineral ore; the right to dig minerals.
| 1579 Expos. termes of Lawes, Oredelfe is where one claimes to haue the ore that is founde in his soile or ground. 1617 in Minsheu Duct. Ling. |