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merrythought n. [鸟胸的] 叉骨 [鸟胸的] 叉骨 Merrythought \Mer"ry*thought`\, n.
The forked bone of a fowl's breast; -- called also {wishbone}. See {Furculum}. [1913 Webster] Note: It is a sportive custom for two persons to break this bone by pulling the ends apart to see who will get the longer piece, the securing of which is regarded as a lucky omen, signifying that the person holding it will obtain the gratification of some secret wish. [1913 Webster] Wishbone \Wish"bone`\, n. The forked bone in front of the breastbone in birds; -- called also {merrythought}, and {wishing bone}. See {Merrythought}, and {Furculum}. [1913 Webster]
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