Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hoard-money
verb
/hɔrd ˈmʌni/
Definition
To accumulate and store money, often in large amounts, usually as a form of security or to prevent loss.
Examples
- After years of working hard, he decided to hoard-money in case of future emergencies.
- Instead of hoarding money, it’s often better to invest for greater returns.
- She had a tendency to hoard money, fearing that economic hardships would come.
Meaning
The act of saving and keeping money away, typically for future use or in times of crisis. Hoarding money can also refer to an excessive desire to keep wealth without spending it.
Synonyms
- accumulate
- save
- stockpile
- amass
- garner
