treasure
Translation
treasure, valuables, cherished item
Examples
Pirates buried the treasure on the island.
Pirates buried the treasure on the island.
This old photo is a real treasure.
This old photo is a real treasure.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable)) wealth, riches They searched for buried treasure.
((countable)) a valued object That old watch is a family treasure.
Similar Words
Synonyms: valuables, riches, wealth, gem
Etymology
From Old French 'tresor', from Latin 'thesaurus' (treasury, hoard), from Greek 'thēsauros'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a pirate's 'treasure' chest filled with gold coins.