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Halcyon
01
a genus of large, brightly colored kingfishers commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Oceania
Examples
The halcyon perched silently above the river, scanning for fish.
In Sri Lanka, the halcyon is a familiar sight along forested streams.
02
a mythical bird that nests on the sea during the winter solstice and possesses the magical ability to calm storms and winds
Examples
Sailors prayed for halcyon days, hoping the mythical bird would still the raging sea.
Ancient poets described the halcyon's nest floating peacefully on the ocean waves.
03
a woman who, after tragedy, was transformed into a kingfisher by the gods in Greek mythology, symbolizing love and peace
Examples
Halcyon's myth tells of her devotion to her husband, Ceyx, even after his death.
The gods, moved by Halcyon's grief, turned her into a kingfisher to reunite her with Ceyx.
