wishbone

wishbone

wishbone (plural wishbones)

1. A forked bone between the neck and breast of a bird consisting chiefly of the two clavicles fused at their median or lower end, regarded as a lucky charm in some countries.
2. (nautical) A spar in two parts, between which a sail is hoisted, the wishbone extending its clew.
3. (nautical) Any sailing vessel rigged with a wishbone.

Altri significati:

(nautical) Any sailing vessel rigged with a wishbone.

(nautical) A spar in two parts, between which a sail is hoisted, the wishbone extending its clew.

spar

bird's bone

A forked bone between the neck and breast of a bird consisting chiefly of the two clavicles fused at their median or lower end, regarded as a lucky charm in some countries.

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