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Definition bonanza in American English

bonanza noun

[countable] noun
/bəˈnænzə/
1

a situation in which people quickly become very rich, successful, or lucky

Example

The takeover deal is a bonanza for small companies hoping to make a quick profit.

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2

a large amount of something good within a short period of time

Example

August is expected to provide a bonanza of fresh corn on the cob.

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Definition bonanza in American English