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Halcyon

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Definitions for Halcyon

noun
(Greek mythology) a woman who was turned into a kingfisher
Synonyms
Alcyone
noun
a large kingfisher widely distributed in warmer parts of the Old World
Synonyms
genus Halcyon
noun
a mythical bird said to breed at the time of the winter solstice in a nest floating on the sea and to have the power of calming the winds and waves
adjective
idyllically calm and peaceful
Examples
  1. suggesting happy tranquillity
  2. a halcyon atmosphere
adjective
marked by peace and prosperity
Synonyms
Examples
  1. a golden era
  2. the halcyon days of the clipper trade

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