cornucopia
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/ˌkɔrnəˈkoʊpiə/
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/ˌkɔːn.jʊˈkəʊ.pi.ə/
abundance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cornucopia' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'cornu copiae', where 'cornu' meant 'horn' and 'copiae' meant 'plenty'.
Historical Evolution
'cornu copiae' transformed into the French word 'cornucopie', and eventually became the modern English word 'cornucopia'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'horn of plenty', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a symbol of abundance and nourishment, typically a large horn-shaped container overflowing with produce, flowers, or nuts.
The table was decorated with a cornucopia of fruits and vegetables.
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Last updated: 2025/02/04 06:22