| 释义 |
pha·e·ton
\ˈfāətən also -āt-\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: Latin Phaethon, son of Helios who attempted to drive the chariot of the sun with the result of setting the earth on fire, from Greek Phaethōn
1. usually capitalized, archaic
a. : one who drives a chariot or coach especially at a reckless or dangerous speed
b. : one that would or may set the world on fire
2. : any of various light four-wheeled horse-drawn vehicles usually having no sidepieces in front of the seats
3. : touring car |