Metamorphic deposit, at times (3)

I believe the answer is:

ore

(Other definitions for ore that I've seen before include "Danish currency" , "Mineral-bearing material" , "store of value" , "Solid rock containing metal" , "Small coins" .)

I've seen this clue in The Washington Post.

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