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词汇 bottle imp
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Definition of bottle imp in English:

bottle imp

noun ˈbɒtl ˌɪmp
  • 1Mythology. An evil spirit which lives in a bottle.

  • 2A toy consisting of a hollow figure which sinks and rises in a container of water; = Cartesian diver "Cartesian devil".

Origin

Early 19th century. From bottle + imp.

Definition of bottle imp in US English:

bottle imp

nounˈbɒtl ˌɪmp
  • 1Mythology. An evil spirit which lives in a bottle.

  • 2A toy consisting of a hollow figure which sinks and rises in a container of water; = Cartesian diver "Cartesian devil".

Origin

Early 19th century. From bottle + imp.

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