Meaning of the word hoard in English
What does hoard mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hoard
US /hɔːrd/
UK /hɔːrd/
Noun
1.
a stock or store of money or valued objects, typically one that is a secret or carefully guarded
Example:
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He discovered a secret hoard of gold coins in the attic.
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The squirrel had a large hoard of nuts for the winter.
Verb
1.
accumulate or amass (money or valued objects) and hide or store away
Example:
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During the pandemic, many people started to hoard essential supplies.
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She tends to hoard old newspapers and magazines.
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