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Definition of bonanza

bonanza

/bəˈnæn.zə/
bo · nan · za
Plural:bonanzas
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• noun

1

A situation, event, or source that creates a sudden increase in wealth, good fortune, or profits.

Example

"The unexpected surge in tourism proved to be a financial bonanza for local restaurants and hotels."

2

A very large and rich mineral deposit or vein of ore, especially of gold or silver.

Example

"Prospectors flocked to the mountains after hearing rumors of a newly discovered silver bonanza."

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• Rhymes for bonanza

• Nearby Words

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bona
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bond
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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 19th century from American Spanish bonanza ('rich ore deposit'), which originally meant 'fair weather at sea' or 'prosperity', ultimately tracing back to Latin bonus ('good').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bonanza. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bonanza
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