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单词 peacock throne
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Definition of peacock throne in English:

peacock throne

noun
  • The former throne of the Mughal emperors of Delhi, subsequently in the possession of the Shahs of Persia (later Iran), being adorned with precious stones forming an expanded peacock's tail; (hence by metonymy, in form Peacock Throne the rule or office of the former Shah of Iran (previously Persia); the Iranian monarchy.

Origin

Mid 18th century.

 
 

Definition of peacock throne in US English:

peacock throne

noun
  • The former throne of the Mughal emperors of Delhi, subsequently in the possession of the Shahs of Persia (later Iran), being adorned with precious stones forming an expanded peacock's tail; (hence by metonymy, in form Peacock Throne the rule or office of the former Shah of Iran (previously Persia); the Iranian monarchy.

Origin

Mid 18th century.

 
 
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