Halcyon
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhælsi.ən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Halcyon is a noun meaning (poetic) A kingfisher whose nesting by the sea was said, in classical mythology, to cause the Gods to restrain the wind and waves.
Meaning
(poetic) A kingfisher whose nesting by the sea was said, in classical mythology, to cause the Gods to restrain the wind and waves.
More Meanings
- A tropical kingfisher of the genus Halcyon, such as the sacred kingfisher (Halcyon sancta) of Australia.
- Pertaining to the halcyon or kingfisher.
- (figurative) Calm, undisturbed, peaceful, serene.
Example Sentences
Deep, halcyon repose.
I had wander’d in rapture beneath them, and bask’d in the Halcyon clime.
Amidſt our Arms as quiet you ſhall be / As Halcyons Brooding on a Winter Sea.
Renege; affirm, and turn their halcyon beaks / With every gale and vary of their masters,
Word Forms
- halcyons
Synonyms for halcyon
Depending on context, synonyms include blissful, calm, peaceful, prelapsarian, relaxed, serene.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include golden, happy, prosperous, peaceful, serene, alcyon.
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