English Dictionary

apple of discord

/ˈæp(ə)l əv ˈdɪskɔːd/

noun

An object or topic which sows anger and dissension; something which causes argument, rivalry, or strife.

The golden apple of discord caused a great dispute among the goddesses.

意味（1）

An object or topic which sows anger and dissension; something which causes argument, rivalry, or strife.

He has determined to enter the cabinet surrounded with creatures only, and, as to the Parliament, to trust to his dexterity and strength in throwing the apple of discord, occasions for doing which will, he imagines, soon and frequently occur.