Cherish

TREASURE

Think of what pirates bury and guard with their lives.

"Cherish" is a verb meaning to hold something dear, and "treasure" fits perfectly as both a noun and a verb with the same meaning. The clue plays on the idea of valuing something highly, like a prized possession or a beloved memory. In crosswords, "cherish" often hints at synonyms for "love" or "prize," making "treasure" a straightforward but clever match. No tricks here—just a direct link between the word and its meaning.