A stock or store of money or valued objects, typically one that is secret or carefully guarded. The archaeologists discovered a hoard of ancient coins buried beneath the old oak tree.
An amassed collection of items, often kept hidden or in reserve. She had a hoard of vintage comic books stored in her attic.
A store of food or other provisions collected by an animal for future use. The squirrel's hoard of acorns kept it well-fed throughout the cold months.