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单词 gold mine
释义

gold mine

noun

: a rich source of something desired

Synonyms

  • argosy
  • cornucopia
  • mine
  • mother lode
  • treasure trove
  • wellspring
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Example Sentences

The library is a gold mine of information. the estate sale promises to be a gold mine for antique dealers
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Word History

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined above

gold mine

noun

as in treasure trove
an abundant source the estate sale promises to be a gold mine for antique dealers

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • treasure trove
  • mother lode
  • repository
  • mine
  • argosy
  • wellspring
  • gravy train
  • cornucopia
  • stash
  • armory
  • storehouse
  • stockpot
  • hoard
  • cache
  • treasure-house
  • store
  • honeypot
  • bonanza
  • Golconda

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • black hole
  • sinkhole
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