(Greek mythology) a woman who was turned into a kingfisher

[ Syn: alcyone , halcyon ]

a large kingfisher widely distributed in warmer parts of the Old World

[ Syn: halcyon , genus halcyon ]

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

idyllically calm and peaceful; suggesting happy tranquillity; a halcyon atmosphere'

marked by peace and prosperity; a golden era; the halcyon days of the clipper trade

[ Syn: golden , prosperous ]