alcyon
|al-cy-on|
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/ˈælsiˌɒn/
mythical bird calming the sea
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alcyon' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'alkyon,' where 'alkyōn' meant 'kingfisher.'
Historical Evolution
'alkyon' transformed into the Latin word 'alcyon,' and eventually became the modern English word 'alcyon.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'kingfisher,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a mythical bird calming the sea.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a mythical bird, often associated with the kingfisher, believed to calm the sea during the winter solstice.
The legend of the alcyon is often told to explain the calm seas during winter.
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Last updated: 2025/06/15 18:36