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Heartstring

noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    singular of heartstrings; A tendon or other structure resembling a cord once thought to be attached to, or to brace, the heart. historical, rare
  2. 2
    singular of heartstrings; A source of one's deepest emotions or inner feelings, especially compassion or love. figuratively, rare
  3. 3
    singular of heartstrings; The essential or vital part of something; the core, the essence, the heart. archaic, figuratively, rare

Etymology

From heart + string.

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