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halcyon

The correct spelling is halcyon.

How to pronounce halcyon

/ˈhælsiːən/
noun

IPA: /ˈhælsiːən/

Say it like: Hal-eeo-n

The correct spelling is halcyon. A kingfisher said in classical mythology to nest on the sea, thereby calming the waters.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A kingfisher said in classical mythology to nest on the sea, thereby calming the waters.
  2. 2.A tropical kingfisher of the genus Halcyon, such as the sacred kingfisher (Halcyon sancta) of Australia.

adjective

  1. 1.Pertaining to the halcyon or kingfisher.
  2. 2.Calm, undisturbed, peaceful, serene.

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