rhinoceros horn; mutual understanding
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rhinoceros horn (in ancient legend)
archaicIn ancient Chinese legend, the rhinoceros horn was believed to have white markings and supernatural sensitivity, making it a conduit for spiritual resonance.
Ancient people believed the "lingxi" horn was a magical treasure capable of spiritual connection.
This classical allusion records the mystical properties of the rhinoceros horn.
noun
tacit understanding; emotional resonance
literaryDerived from the Tang Dynasty poet Li Shangyin's line "心有灵犀一点通" (Hearts linked by the magic horn beat in sympathy). Used to describe an intuitive, deep mutual understanding or emotional connection between people, often without words.
The two of them work together seamlessly; they truly share a tacit understanding.
Years of friendship have created a profound mutual understanding between them.
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This couple can often guess each other's thoughts; it can be said their hearts are connected by a magical thread.