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单词 Meltonian
释义

Meltonian1

/mɛlˈtəʊnɪən/
noun
A person who hunts at Melton Mowbray; (hence) a skilled or experienced fox-hunter. Now historical.
adjective
Of or belonging to Melton Mowbray; especially of, relating to, or characteristic of fox-hunting as practised around Melton Mowbray.

Origin

Early 19th century. From the name of MeltonMowbray + -ian.

Meltonian2

/mɛlˈtəʊnɪən/
noun
A trademark for: any of various polishes, waxes, etc., for shoes and boots. Especially in Meltonian cream.

Origin

Late 19th century; earliest use found in Army and Navy Co-operative Society Price List. Origin uncertain; perhaps specifically application of Meltonian.

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