hoard
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/hɔrd/
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/hɔːd/
secret stockpile
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hoard' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'hord', where 'hord' meant 'treasure or valuable stock'.
Historical Evolution
'hord' changed from Old English word 'hord' and eventually became the modern English word 'hoard'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'treasure or valuable stock', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a stock or store of money or valued objects'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a stock or store of money or valued objects, typically one that is secret or carefully guarded.
He discovered a hoard of ancient coins.
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Verb 1
to accumulate money or valued objects and hide or store them away.
She tends to hoard old magazines.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39