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   treas·ure

   /ˈtreZHər/

   noun

   • 1. a quantity of precious metals, gems, or other valuable objects: "the ransom was to be paid in diamonds and treasure" Similar richesvaluablesjewelsgemsgoldsilverprecious metalsmoneycashwealthfortunetreasure trove
   • ▪ a very valuable object: "she set out to look at the art treasures" Similar valuable objectvaluablework of artobjet of virtumasterpiece
   • ▪ a person whom the speaker loves or who is valued for the assistance they can give: "the housekeeper is a real treasure—I don't know what he would do without her" Similar paragongemangelnonpareilfindprizeinformal:starone of a kindone in a millionsomething elsethe topsdarlingangelapple of one's eyepride and joy

   verb

   • 1. keep carefully (a valuable or valued item): "my mother gave me the ring and I'll treasure it always"
   • ▪ value highly: "the island is treasured by walkers and conservationists"

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French tresor, based on Greek thēsauros (see thesaurus).

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishTREASURE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   very valuable things, usually in the form of a store of precious metals, precious stones, or money: buried treasureStories about pirates often include a search for buried treasure. When they opened up the tomb they found treasure beyond their wildest dreams. treasuresC2 [ plural ] very valuable things, especially pieces of art:

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › treasureTreasure Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of TREASURE is wealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded. How to use treasure in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Treasure.

4. www.dictionary.com › browse › treasureTREASURE Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   noun. wealth or riches stored or accumulated, especially in the form of precious metals, money, jewels, or plate. Synonyms: hoard. wealth, rich materials, or valuable things. any thing or person greatly valued or highly prized: This book was his chief treasure.

5. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › treasureTreasure - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   Treasure is usually associated with riches — gold, jewels, doubloons — the stuff contained in pirates' treasure chests. However, you can also treasure things with purely sentimental value — like your pet rock or your blankie.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishTREASURE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   4 meanings: 1. wealth and riches, usually hoarded, esp in the form of money, precious metals, or gems 2. a thing or person that.... Click for more definitions.

7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishtreasure noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Definition of treasure noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

8. www.ldoceonline.com › dictionary › treasuretreasure | meaning of treasure in Longman Dictionary of...

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   treasure meaning, definition, what is treasure: a group of valuable things such as gold,...: Learn more.

9. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishtreasure verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   /ˈtreʒə (r)/ /ˈtreʒər/ Verb Forms. treasure something to have or keep something that you love and that is extremely valuable to you synonym cherish. I treasure his friendship. This ring is my most treasured possession. I shall always treasure the memory of our time together. Thank you for the watch. I will really treasure it.

10. www.britannica.com › dictionary › treasureTreasure Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary

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    TREASURE meaning: 1 : something valuable (such as money, jewels, gold, or silver) that is hidden or kept in a safe place; 2 : something that is very special, important, or valuable.

11. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryTREASURE | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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    a collection of gold, silver, jewellery, and valuable objects, especially in children's stories: buried treasure.