Word
Halcyon
How many syllables?
3 Syllables
How it's divided?
hal-cy-on
Definition
- n. - A kingfisher. By modern ornithologists restricted to a
genus including a limited number of species having omnivorous habits,
as the sacred kingfisher (Halcyon sancta) of Australia.
- a. - Pertaining to, or resembling, the halcyon, which was
anciently said to lay her eggs in nests on or near the sea during the
calm weather about the winter solstice.
- a. - Hence: Calm; quiet; peaceful; undisturbed; happy.
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