Halcyon Days Folklore Origin of Calm Weather Term
The halcyon was a legendary sea bird said to nest at sea and calm winds while its eggs hatched. From this tale the phrase halcyon days meaning tranquil periods arose.
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1966
Page
2
The halcyon was a legendary sea bird said to nest at sea and calm winds while its eggs hatched. From this tale the phrase halcyon days meaning tranquil periods arose.
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