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wishbone

/ˈwɪʃˌboʊn/

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noun

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.

Examples :

"After dinner, my brother and I each took a piece of the roasted chicken and pulled out the wishbone for a good luck charm. "

animal body bird culture tradition anatomy

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noun

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

Examples :

"The sailboat's wishbone held the mainsail securely in place. "

nautical sailing part technical

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noun

Any sailing vessel rigged with a wishbone.

Examples :

"We admired the wishbone sailing smoothly across the bay, its unique sail catching the wind. "

nautical sailing vehicle

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noun

A particular kind of offensive formation. See wishbone formation.

Examples :

"The football team used a wishbone formation during their game against the rivals. "