golden fleece

• В греческой мифологии золотое руно — это шкура крылатого барана, которую искали Ясон и аргонавты. Оно символизирует неуловимый, очень ценный или труднодостижимый приз или цель.

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.

   Золотое руно

   • 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.

   Золотое руно

   • 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.