eaglestone

名词 n.
中文释义
英 /ˈiːɡl̩stəʊn/   

英文释义

名词 n.
  1. A concretionary nodule of iron oxide with a loose kernel inside such that it makes a rattling noise, formerly used for magical or medicinal purposes.
    — There was the eagle-stone (aetites) which the Countess of Newcastle was invited to wear in 1633 to ease her labour pains […].

词形变化

eaglestones plural eagle stone alternative eagle-stone alternative

词源

From eagle + stone, because it was said to be found in eagles' nests.
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