Meaning & Definition of word "Hoard"

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    Hoard

    /hɔːrd/

    noun:

    • 1. A collection of valuable things that are stored away.
      • Example: The archaeologists discovered a hoard of ancient coins buried beneath the ruins.
    • 2. An accumulation of something, especially when kept secret or hidden.
      • Example: His hoard of books filled every corner of his small apartment.

    verb:

    • 1. To gather and store away something valuable, often in a hidden or secret place.
      • Example: During the pandemic, many people began to hoard essential supplies like toilet paper and disinfectants.
    • 2. To accumulate a large amount of something over time without using it.
      • Example: She tends to hoard old magazines, convinced she will read them someday.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'horde', from Old English 'hord', meaning 'treasure, a store, a stockpile'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hoard away:

    To store something away for future use.

    hoard mentality:

    The mindset of accumulating and not sharing resources.

    Related Words

    accumulate:

    To gather or collect items over time.

    stash:

    A hidden store of valuable items.

    cache:

    A store of goods or valuables that is hidden or stored away.

    Slang Meanings of hoard

    Meaning: To keep a lot of something for oneself, often to the point of excess.

    Example Sentence: He's always trying to hoard the good snacks at the party.

    Meaning: To have a backup of something in case it runs out.

    Example Sentence: I like to hoard extra batteries just in case my flashlight dies.