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Từ điển Oxford Advanced Learner 8th
treasure
treas·ure [treasure treasures treasured treasuring] noun, verb BrE [ˈtreʒə(r)] NAmE [ˈtreʒər] noun 1. uncountable a collection of valuable things such as gold, silver and jewellery •buried treasure •a pirate's treasure chest 2. countable, usually plural a highly valued object •the priceless art treasures of the Uffizi Gallery 3. singular a person who is much loved or valued •Liz is an absolute treasure— I couldn't do without her. Word Origin: Middle English: from Old French tresor, based on Greek thēsauros ‘storehouse, treasure’. Example Bank: •Many forgotten treasures have been discovered in the attics of old houses. •This book is a treasure house of information on Arctic birds. •a vast treasure of medieval manuscripts verb ~ sth to have or keep sth that you love and that is extremely valuable to you Syn: ↑cherish •I treasure his friendship. •This ring is my most treasured possession. •I shall always treasure the memory of our time together. Verb forms: Word Origin: Middle English: from Old French tresor, based on Greek thēsauros ‘storehouse, treasure’. Example Bank: •Thank you for the watch. I will really treasure it. •memories that I will treasure for the rest of my days
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