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Meaning of halcyon

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

halcyon

Pronunciation:/ˈhælsiːən/

noun

Definitions

  1. A kingfisher said in classical mythology to nest on the sea, thereby calming the waters.

  2. A tropical kingfisher of the genus Halcyon, such as the sacred kingfisher (Halcyon sancta) of Australia.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Pertaining to the halcyon or kingfisher.

  2. Calm, undisturbed, peaceful, serene.