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loadstone

[ˈləʊdˌstəʊn]

loadstone Definition

a piece of magnetite or other naturally magnetized mineral, able to be used as a magnet..

Using loadstone: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "loadstone" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The loadstone was used in ancient times for navigation.

  • Example

    The compass needle is attracted to the loadstone.

  • Example

    The loadstone was discovered by the Greeks in the 6th century BC.

loadstone Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for loadstone

Phrases with loadstone

  • something that is used to test the quality or genuineness of something else

    Example

    The new policy will serve as a touchstone and loadstone for future decisions.

  • something or someone that attracts or holds one's love or affection

    Example

    Her husband is the loadstone of her affection.

  • something or someone that attracts or invites criticism

    Example

    The company's poor customer service has become a loadstone of criticism.

Origins of loadstone

from Middle English 'lodeston', meaning 'waystone' or 'leading stone'

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Summary: loadstone in Brief

'Loadstone' [ˈləʊdˌstəʊn] refers to a naturally magnetized mineral, such as magnetite, that can be used as a magnet. It was used in ancient times for navigation and discovered by the Greeks in the 6th century BC. 'Loadstone' also appears in phrases like 'touchstone and loadstone,' which means something that tests the quality of something else, and 'loadstone of affection,' which means something or someone that attracts or holds one's love or affection.