Halcyon Definition

halcyon
adjective
  1. idyllically calm and peaceful; suggesting happy tranquillity; "a halcyon atmosphere"
  2. marked by peace and prosperity; "a golden era"; "the halcyon days of the clipper trade"
noun
  1. (Greek mythology) a woman who was turned into a kingfisher
  2. a large kingfisher widely distributed in warmer parts of the Old World
  3. a mythical bird said to breed at the time of the winter solstice in a nest floating on the sea and to have the power of calming the winds and waves

"Halcyon" in song lyrics

See how halcyon is used in real songs:

  • "hosta 'halcyon'"
    AOL — AOL
  • "figitsu halcyon"
    AOL — AOL
  • "fujitsu halcyon"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "halcyon"

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