Meaning of the word wishbone in English
What does wishbone mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
wishbone
US /ˈwɪʃ.boʊn/
UK /ˈwɪʃ.bəʊn/
Noun
a forked bone in front of the breastbone in most birds, formed by the fusion of the two clavicles, typically preserved and broken by two people making a wish.
Example:
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After Thanksgiving dinner, we always break the wishbone for good luck.
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The child held one end of the wishbone, eagerly waiting to make a wish.
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