CultureSeptember 2, 2026
hoard
HORD
Definition
A hidden or carefully guarded supply or cache of valuables, typically historical or ancient in nature.
Etymology
Derived from the Old English 'hord', meaning a treasure or store, it shares roots with Germanic languages and has historically denoted a storehouse or collection of goods held in reserve.
In the news
The word describes the Treasure of Villena, a significant collection of 3,000-year-old burial items that are considered far too important to have a mere monetary price.
Thieves Steal Bronze Age Treasures in Brazen Spanish Museum Heist
Read the full article ↗The New York Times