treasury

C1 · Advanced Plural noun Finance Technical

n. financial investments sold by a government to borrow money from the public.

n. securities or bonds issued by a government department to fund public spending.

“Many people buy Treasuries because they are considered a safe investment.”

“Investors flocked to long-term Treasuries as market volatility increased, seeking a stable haven for their capital.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. a room or building where gold, jewels, or other valuable things are kept safe.

n. a physical repository or chamber where state, royal, or ecclesiastical wealth and valuables are stored.

“The ancient palace had a secret treasury filled with gold coins.”

“Visitors to the cathedral can view the ornate golden chalices kept in the medieval treasury.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Literary

n. a book or collection that contains many beautiful or important pieces of art or writing.

n. a curated collection or anthology of highly valued literary or artistic works.

“This book is a treasury of classic poems for children.”

“The library acquired a rare treasury of seventeenth-century sketches, providing a unique insight into the period's architectural styles.”