Cornupete

/ˌkɔːr.njə.ˈpiːt/ verb

Definition

An archaic or rare term meaning to seek or strive for abundance or plenty.

Etymology

From Latin cornu (horn) and petere (to seek). This extremely rare term combines the cornucopia concept with a seeking or pursuing action, appearing only in specialized historical texts.

Kelly Says

This word is so rare that most dictionaries don't include it—it might be a scholar's invention to describe the human tendency to always want more, like endlessly reaching toward a cornucopia that never empties.

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