Lodestone

//ˈloʊdˌstoʊn// noun

noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The mineral magnetite. obsolete
  2. 2
    a permanent magnet consisting of magnetite that possess polarity and has the power to attract as well as to be attracted magnetically wordnet
  3. 3
    Any naturally occurring magnet.
  4. 4
    The focus of one's attraction or attention broadly

    "an ideological lodestone"

Synonyms

All synonyms
magnetiteambitionartificial magnetbar magnetcatchdearest wish

Etymology

First attested from 1515, from Middle English lode (“guide”) + stone. From use as a guide tool by mariners. See also: lodestar.

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