hoard
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noun \ˈhȯrd\Definition of HOARD
: a supply or fund stored up and often hidden away
See Examples of HOARD
- a squirrel's hoard of nuts
- <keeps a hoard of empty yogurt containers in his basement workshop for storing whatnots>
Origin of HOARD
Middle English hord, from Old English; akin to Gothic huzd treasure, Old English hȳdan to hide
First Known Use: before 12th century
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Related Words: coffers, deposit, funds, nest egg, savings, sinking fund, treasure; inventory, pool, reserve, reservoir, stock; provisions, resources; accumulation, assemblage, collection, gathering, harvest; repertory
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