cornucopia
Translation
cornucopia, horn of plenty
Examples
The market was a cornucopia of fresh fruits.
The market was a cornucopia of fresh fruits.
The book is a cornucopia of information.
The book is a cornucopia of information.
Grammar Patterns
a cornucopia of ((sth.)) a great abundance of (sth.) The festival was a cornucopia of music and art.
Similar Words
Synonyms: abundance, plethora, profusion
Etymology
From Latin 'cornu copiae', meaning 'horn of plenty'. 'Cornu' means 'horn' and 'copiae' means 'abundance, plenty'.
Memory Tips
Picture a horn ('cornu') overflowing with a copious amount of goods. It's a classic symbol of abundance and harvest.