wishbone
noun
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Pronunciation: /ˈwɪʃˌboʊn/
noun
Etymology: From wish + 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.
- A spar in two parts, between which a sail is hoisted, the wishbone extending its clew.
- Any sailing vessel rigged with a wishbone.
- A particular kind of offensive formation. See wishbone formation.
- A suspension component similar in shape to a chicken wishbone.
verb
Etymology: From wish + bone.
- To form into a wishbone-like shape; to fork.