cornucopia

[kawr-nuh-koh-pee-uh]

cornucopia Definition

  • 1a symbol of plenty consisting of a goat's horn overflowing with flowers, fruit, and corn
  • 2an abundant supply of good things of a specified kind

Using cornucopia: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cornucopia" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The market was a cornucopia of fresh produce.

  • Example

    The museum's collection is a cornucopia of art from around the world.

  • Example

    The internet offers a cornucopia of information on any topic you can imagine.

cornucopia Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for cornucopia

Antonyms for cornucopia

Phrases with cornucopia

  • a symbol of abundance and nourishment, often depicted as a horn-shaped container overflowing with fruits, vegetables, and flowers

    Example

    The Thanksgiving table was adorned with a beautiful horn of plenty filled with seasonal produce.

  • a wide variety of colors

    Example

    The autumn leaves provided a cornucopia of colors for the nature photographer to capture.

  • a cornucopia of flavors

    a wide variety of flavors

    Example

    The food festival offered a cornucopia of flavors from around the world.

Origins of cornucopia

from Latin 'cornu copiae', meaning 'horn of plenty'

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Summary: cornucopia in Brief

The term 'cornucopia' [kawr-nuh-koh-pee-uh] refers to a symbol of plenty, typically depicted as a goat's horn overflowing with flowers, fruit, and corn. It also means an abundant supply of good things of a specified kind. Examples include a cornucopia of fresh produce at a market or a museum's collection that is a cornucopia of art from around the world. Phrases like 'horn of plenty' and 'a cornucopia of colors' extend its usage.

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