mother carey's hen (Meaning)
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mother carey's hen (n)
medium-sized storm petrel
Synonyms & Antonyms of mother carey's hen
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mother carey's hen Sentence Examples
- The storm tossed the ship violently, sending waves crashing over the deck like Mother Carey's hens.
- Sailors believed Mother Carey's hens guided lost souls to the afterlife.
- The petrel, a small seabird, is also known as Mother Carey's hen due to its tireless flight over rough seas.
- Mother Carey's hens were said to bring bad luck to those who harmed them.
- The cry of Mother Carey's hen was believed to be a warning of impending storms.
- The skittering movement of Mother Carey's hens on the water's surface was often seen as a sign of fair weather.
- Sailors would sometimes throw pieces of bread overboard to appease Mother Carey's hens and ensure good fortune.
- Mother Carey's hen became a symbol of hope and perseverance for travelers facing adversity.
- The expression "wet as a Mother Carey's hen" refers to someone who is thoroughly drenched.
- Modern science has debunked many of the superstitions surrounding Mother Carey's hens, but the legend continues to fascinate sailors and seafarers alike.
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medium-sized storm petrel
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The storm tossed the ship violently, sending waves crashing over the deck like Mother Carey's hens.
Sailors believed Mother Carey's hens guided lost souls to the afterlife.
The petrel, a small seabird, is also known as Mother Carey's hen due to its tireless flight over rough seas.
Mother Carey's hens were said to bring bad luck to those who harmed them.
