wishbone

1. 1.

   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.

2. 2.

   A spar in two parts, between which a sail is hoisted, the wishbone extending its clew.

3. 3.

   Any sailing vessel rigged with a wishbone.

4. 4.

   A particular kind of offensive formation. See wishbone formation.

5. 5.

   A suspension component similar in shape to a chicken wishbone.

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