treasure trove
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See also: treasure-trove
English
[edit]Etymology
[edit]From Anglo-Norman tresor trové (“found treasure”), calque of Latin thesaurus inventus, where the past participle trové was interpreted in English as a noun.
Perhaps related to trophy.
Noun
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treasure trove (countable and uncountable, plural treasure troves or treasures trove)
- A hidden treasure, subsequently discovered.
- A valuable discovery.
- (law, usually uncountable) Precious metal objects that were buried or concealed by an unknown owner.
- (figurative) A place where many things of value can be found.
- His house is a treasure trove of weird socks.
- 2018, James Lambert, “Setting the Record Straight: An In-depth Examination of Hobson-Jobson”, in International Journal of Lexicography, volume 31, number 4, , page 502:
- So while Hobson-Jobson is a veritable treasure trove of scholarly knowledge, unless it can be independently verified, that knowledge is best used with caution.
- 2021 February 1, Living in Brisbane, Brisbane, page 7:
- Council's tip shops in Acacia Ridge and Geebung are treasure troves for everyone from budding home stylists to outdoor enthusiasts.
Synonyms
[edit]- (treasure subsequently discovered): hoard
Related terms
[edit]Translations
[edit]law: precious metal objects that were buried or concealed by an unknown owner
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