goldmine

Thân thiện

A prospector discovered a rich goldmine in the mountains.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A mine where gold ore is found: A physical excavation or site from which gold is extracted.
   • A good source of something that is desired: A rich or abundant source of something valuable, such as information, profit, or talent.

Usage Examples

• Noun (literal mine):

  • The old goldmine in the mountains was closed decades ago.
  • Prospectors discovered a new goldmine in the valley.

• Noun (figurative source):

  • This archive is a goldmine for historical researchers.
  • Her new business idea proved to be a goldmine.

Advanced Usage

• "to be a goldmine of [something]": To be an exceptionally rich source of a specific desirable thing.
  • The professor's lecture was a goldmine of useful tips.
  • That old bookstore is a goldmine of rare first editions.

Variants and Related Words

• Gold mining (n): The process or industry of extracting gold from the earth.
  • Gold mining has a significant environmental impact.

Synonyms

• Bonanza: A situation which creates a sudden increase in wealth or success.
• Treasure trove: A collection or discovery of valuable or delightful things.

Idioms and Common Phrases

• "Strike a goldmine": To discover or create a source of great wealth or success.
  • With that innovative app, the company struck a goldmine.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a mine where gold ore is found
2. a good source of something that is desired

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