English Idioms
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Treasure trove
Meaning
The idiom "treasure trove" is used to describe something valuable or worthwhile that has been discovered or found unexpectedly. It can also refer to a large quantity of something that is useful, interesting, or entertaining. The metaphorical meaning of the idiom is that finding this treasure is like discovering a hidden pile of gold or jewels buried deep underground.
Usage
- After months of searching for the perfect location for her new store, Sarah finally found a "treasure trove" of available spaces in an up-and-coming neighborhood.
- When I was exploring the old library, I stumbled upon a "treasure trove" of rare books and manuscripts that were hidden away from the general public.
- The hiker was thrilled to discover a "treasure trove" of wildflowers growing in the remote mountain meadow.
- When I started digging through my late grandmother's old belongings, I found a "treasure trove" of family photos and letters that were hidden away for years.
- The movie was a "treasure trove" of action scenes, special effects, and humor that kept the audience entertained from start to finish.
Roots and History
The term "treasure trove" dates back to the 16th century and is derived from the Old English word "treow," which means "tree." In olden times, when the ground was often covered with trees, people would find treasures hidden beneath them by digging up the roots. The modern usage of the idiom comes from the idea of discovering something valuable buried in a pile of rubbish or debris.
Synonyms in English
- Windfall
- Jackpot
- Bonanza
- Serendipity
- Stumble upon
Synonyms in other languages
- お幸いながら (Japanese) - A phrase that means "by chance" or "lucky find." It is often used when someone discovers something unexpectedly good or valuable.
- احتراء (Arabic) - A term that translates to "finding treasure" or "discovering something valuable." It is commonly used in stories and fables about hidden treasures.
- ¡Cuál es el tesoro! (Spanish) - A phrase that means "what is the treasure?" It is often used as a playful way to ask someone what they are looking for or searching for.
- പ്പൂക്കി കൈക്കുമ്മ്ര്ന്ത്ര്ന്റ്ന്ഥ്യോ (Tamil) - A phrase that means "a treasure trove of information" or "a wealth of knowledge." It is often used to describe a library, museum, or other place where one can learn something new.
- לגעודם (Hebrew) - A term that translates to "golden treasure." It is commonly used in stories and fables about hidden treasures and is also associated with the idea of finding something valuable or worthwhile.