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cornucopia (s) (noun), cornucopias (pl)
1. A great abundance of something; a representation of a horn, used as a symbol of plenty.
2. A painting or other representation of a goat's horn overflowing with fruits, flowers, and vegetables; used to symbolize "plenty" or "prosperity".
3. Etymology: in Greek mythology, a goat's horn that filled itself with whatever food or drink its owner requested.

Some legends designate it as a horn of the river god Achelous, others as a horn of the goat Amalthaea. It is often represented as filled with fruits and flowers and has become the symbol of abundance.

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