Hoard
Noun
Definition: A stock or store of money or valued objects, typically one that is secret or carefully guarded.
Definition: An accumulation or collection of something, often in large quantities.
Synonyms: Stockpile, Cache, Stash
Antonyms: Distribute, Disperse
- The dragon guarded its hoard of gold in the cave.
- The collector had a hoard of vintage stamps.
Verb
Definition: To accumulate or collect (something) in large quantities or secretly.
Synonyms: Amass, Gather, Collect
Antonyms: Distribute, Share
- She hoarded money under her mattress for emergencies.
- The squirrel hoarded acorns for the winter.
- Think of a squirrel hoarding nuts for winter.
Etymology:
Old English 'hord', of Germanic origin; related to Old Norse 'hodd', meaning 'treasure'.
Historical Usage:The word 'hoard' has been used since Old English times to refer to a storage or collection of valuable items.
Related Idioms:
"A hoard of information"
Explanation:Refers to a large collection or abundance of information.
Misconceptions:
Confusing 'hoard' with 'horde'.
Explanation:'Hoard' refers to a stock or store of something, while 'horde' refers to a large group or crowd.