golden fleece

• In der griechischen Mythologie ist das Goldene Vlies das Fell eines geflügelten Widders, das Jason und die Argonauten suchten. Es steht für ein schwer erreichbares, sehr wertvolles Ziel oder einen begehrten Preis.

In Greek mythology, the golden fleece is the fleece of a winged ram that was sought by Jason and the Argonauts. It symbolizes an elusive, highly valuable, or difficult-to-obtain prize or goal.

1. Mythological objectB2formal

   In Greek mythology, the golden fleece is the fleece of a golden-haired winged ram, sought by Jason and the Argonauts.

   Goldenes Vlies

   • Jason's quest for the golden fleece is a famous Greek myth.
   • The golden fleece was guarded by a dragon in the sacred grove.
   • Many heroes tried to steal the golden fleece but failed.

2. Symbol of a valuable prizeC1formal

   Used metaphorically to describe something extremely valuable or difficult to obtain.

   Das Goldene Vlies

   • The championship trophy is the golden fleece of this sport.
   • For many investors, that rare artifact is a golden fleece.
   • The company sees the new technology as a golden fleece.