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Drummond light (n.)
[Drummond light 词源字典]
"torch that burns calcium oxide (lime) and gives off intense white light," 1854, named for Scottish engineer Capt. Thomas
Drummond
, R.E., (1797-1840), who invented it c. 1825.
[Drummond light etymology, Drummond light origin, 英语词源]