apex of the heart; innermost heart; favorite person
Meanings
3 senses · 8 examplesnoun
apex of the heart; tip of the heart
technicalAnatomical term referring to the pointed end of the heart that extends slightly to the left.
He felt a slight pulsation at the apex of his heart.
The doctor examined the apical region with a stethoscope.
noun
one's innermost heart; the bottom of one's heart; heart and soul
literaryFigurative expression indicating the deepest feelings or most cherished place in one's heart. Often used in emotional or literary contexts.
You will always be the darling of my heart.
These words pierced my heart.
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He cherishes her dearly, holding her in the highest place in his heart.
noun
favorite person; apple of one's eye; darling child
dialectColloquial or dialectal usage, often pronounced with the -r suffix as 心尖儿 (xīnjiānr). Also called 心尖子 (xīnjiānzi). Typically refers to one's beloved children.
This little grandson is the apple of her eye.
My darling child, Grandma will buy you whatever you want.
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He is the favorite of the old couple.