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Definition of «wishbone»

A wishbone is a forked bone, typically from a bird such as a turkey or chicken. It has an S-shape and two ends that are curved inward. The name comes from its use in making wishes, where people would pull the bone apart with another person, saying "pull one, wish one" until it snaps. Each section of the bone is then held by each person who made a wish when the bone broke.

Usage examples

  1. My grandmother always cooked a delicious roast turkey for Thanksgiving, and the highlight of the meal was breaking the wishbone with my siblings to make a wish.
  2. I found a wishbone on the beach, which was believed to bring good luck, so I kept it as a personal talisman.
  3. The key to winning the wishbone competition is to hold one end firmly while pulling the other end with equal force.
  4. The wishbone snap echoed through the dining room as the family eagerly awaited to see who would get the larger piece and make their wish.
  5. Watching my dog gnaw on a wishbone-shaped chew toy reminded me of the fond memories of breaking the wishbone with my family during the holiday season.
  6. In some cultures, the wishbone is used to make predictions about the future. By drying the bone and twisting it, individuals can interpret the shape it takes to signify different events or outcomes.

Phrases with «wishbone»

Sentences with «wishbone»

  • Both the front and rear feature independent suspension double wishbone suspensions combined with the new Hydraulic Body Motion Control System. (en.wikipedia.org)
  • Yes, even with Honda jettisoning the front double wishbone suspension in favor of MacPherson struts and with the move to electric power steering. (autoweek.com)
  • Standard Equipment: 3.8 - liter twin turbo V - 6 Dual - clutch, paddle - shift 6 - speed transmission Rear transaxle Independent double wishbone front suspension Independent multilink rear suspension Nissan / Brembo 6 - piston front / 4 - piston rear brake calipers Floating cross-drilled, vented brake rotors 20 - in. (automobilemag.com)
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