Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mother-lode
noun
/ˈməðər ˌloʊd/
Definition
A principal source of a valuable mineral or resource.
Examples
- The gold discovery was just the start; they eventually found the mother-lode that made them millionaires.
- In the research field, this data set is considered the mother-lode for understanding climate change.
- She struck the mother-lode of inspiration when she traveled to Europe, changing her artistic direction completely.
Meaning
The term refers to the largest or most important source of something, especially wealth or a particular substance.
Synonyms
- treasure trove
- bonanza
- goldmine
- rich vein
