treasure city
treasure city · treasure cities
A city containing great riches, especially one that was the object of plunder by…A city containing great riches, especially one that was the object of plunder by conquistadors.
Meaning
2 sensesA city containing great riches, especially one that was the object of plunder by conquistadors.
A fortified structure or storehouse where grain, military supplies, precious metals, and other valuable resources were kept.
Forms
plural: treasure cities| Singular | treasure city |
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See also
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