trove

noun

ˈtrōv How to pronounce trove (audio)
Synonyms of trove
1
: discovery, find
2
: a valuable collection : treasure
… tours to show you at length and at leisure Belgium's art trove.—Helmut Koenig
also : haul, collection

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Earlier in the day, Miller’s attorney took blame for an unclothed photo of Miller and Emily Moreno’s daughter published in a trove of documents Miller made public Sunday to support his claims of innocence. — Sara Dorn, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 It’s labeled in their inventory so it’s not confused for an original, but adds their own touch to their trove. — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026 Prosecutors announced their plans in recent filings arguing for the admission of a trove of evidence at trial — various aspects of which attorneys for Thao, Jones and the Duongs want kept from any jury. — Shomik Mukherjee, Mercury News, 31 July 2026 The lengthy hearing offered a trove of new information and a preview of potential defenses the singer’s lawyers might trot out at trial. — Los Angeles Times, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for trove

Word History

Etymology

short for treasure trove

First Known Use

1886, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of trove was in 1886

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“Trove.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trove. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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