"eaglestone" meaning in English

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Noun

IPA: /ˈiːɡl̩stəʊn/ [UK] Forms: eaglestones [plural]
Etymology: From eagle + stone, because it was said to be found in eagles' nests. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|eagle|stone}} eagle + stone Head templates: {{en-noun}} eaglestone (plural eaglestones)
  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. Synonyms: aetites, eagle stone, eagle-stone Translations (concretionary nodule of iron oxide with a loose kernel inside formerly used for magical or medicinal purposes): callimus [masculine] (Latin), pedra de águia [feminine] (Portuguese)
    Sense id: en-eaglestone-en-noun-3Nr~MRdZ Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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