Wishbone (noun)

The Y-shaped bone in a poultry's chest, which is often saved and dried after cooking to be used as a talisman in wishing rituals.

Origin:

The word wishbone is thought to have originated in the 16th century, based on the superstition that if two people each made a wish and then broke the bone in half, the person with the larger piece would have their wish come true. it refers to the bone in a poultry that forks into two branches.

Examples:

1. Traditionally, the wishbone is used to make wishes come true by breaking it in half.
2. The dried wishbone was hanging above the fireplace as a reminder of good luck.
3. Children often make wishes on the wishbone at Thanksgiving dinner.
4. The wishbone is said to bring good luck to those who make a wish and then break it in half.
5. The wishbone was considered a valuable item and was often saved for special occasions.