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halcyon adj

Pertaining to, or resembling, the kingfisher, which was anciently said to lay her eggs in nests on or near the sea during the calm weather about the winter solstice. Calm; quiet; peaceful; undisturbed; happy

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aah interj

indication of amazement or surprise or enthusiasm. indication of joyful pleasure. indication of sympathy. indication of mouth being opened wide

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