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单词 Meltonian
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Definition of Meltonian in English:

Meltonian

noun mɛlˈtəʊnɪən
  • A person who hunts at Melton Mowbray; (hence) a skilled or experienced fox-hunter. Now historical.

adjective mɛlˈtəʊnɪən
  • Of or belonging to Melton Mowbray; especially of, relating to, or characteristic of fox-hunting as practised around Melton Mowbray.

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

Origin

Early 19th century. From the name of MeltonMowbray + -ian
late 19th century; earliest use found in Army and Navy Co-operative Society Price List. Origin uncertain; perhaps specifically application of Meltonian.

Definition of Meltonian in US English:

Meltonian

nounmɛlˈtəʊnɪən
  • A person who hunts at Melton Mowbray; (hence) a skilled or experienced fox-hunter. Now historical.

adjectivemɛlˈtəʊnɪən
  • Of or belonging to Melton Mowbray; especially of, relating to, or characteristic of fox-hunting as practised around Melton Mowbray.

nounmɛlˈtəʊnɪən
  • A trademark for: any of various polishes, waxes, etc., for shoes and boots. Especially in "Meltonian cream".

Origin

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