hoard
Translation
to hoard, to stockpile, to amass
Examples
Squirrels hoard nuts for the winter.
Squirrels hoard nuts for the winter.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to collect and hide a large amount of (sth.) Squirrels hoard nuts for the winter.
Similar Words
Synonyms: stockpile, amass, accumulate; Antonyms: distribute, discard
Etymology
From Old English 'hord', meaning 'a treasure, valuable stock'. Related to German 'Hort'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a dragon guarding its 'hoard' of gold, not sharing with anyone.