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treas·ure
 treasure
- pronunciation:
- tre
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- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb
- features:
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
accumulated or stored wealth.
- similar words:
- cache, fortune, hoard, nest egg, reserve, savings, stash, stockpile, store, wealth
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| definition 2: |
someone or something that is highly prized or admired.
- synonyms:
- gem, jewel, pearl, pride
- similar words:
- asset, booty, cache, favorite, find, paragon
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| related words: |
angel, conquest, glory, masterpiece, mine, prize, valuable |
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
treasured, treasures, treasuring |
| definition 1: |
to prize or value highly; cherish.
I treasure her friendship.- synonyms:
- cherish, prize, value
- similar words:
- esteem, regard, revere
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| definition 2: |
to put aside for future use (often fol. by up).
She treasured up enough money for the trip.- synonyms:
- save, stock, stockpile, store
- similar words:
- accumulate, amass, hoard, stash
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| related words: |
appreciate, value |
| derivations: |
treasurable (adj.), treasureless (n.) |
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