aurophore

/ˌɔːrəˈfɔər, ˌɒrə-/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is a guardian or keeper of the gold in the treasury of the Temple of Apollo at Delphi.

“The aurophore carefully tended to the gold reserves within the ancient temple.”

Synonyms

  • goldkeeper
  • treasurer

Antonyms

  • aurophobe
  • goldhater