merrythought
/ˈmɛriˌθɔt/
noun
- The forked bone (wishbone) of a bird, especially a chicken or turkey, traditionally pulled apart by two people to make a wish.
- She saved the merrythought from the roast chicken to dry it out for good luck.
- In some cultures, the merrythought is kept as a charm for prosperity.
- After Thanksgiving dinner, the twins each grabbed one side of the merrythought and made a wish.
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