Word Meaning

Meaning of halcyon

- A kingfisher. By modern ornithologists restricted to a genus including a limited number of species having omnivorous habits, as the sacred kingfisher (Halcyon sancta) of Australia.
- Pertaining to, or resembling, the halcyon, which was anciently said to lay her eggs in nests on or near the sea during the calm weather about the winter solstice.
- Hence: Calm; quiet; peaceful; undisturbed; happy.

Crossword clue for halcyon

- Calm, golden and prosperous in marshalcy only
- Calm, tranquil, or peaceful
- Days of peace: — days