Flying Dutchman

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English

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Etymology

From flying +‎ Dutchman.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˌflaɪ.ɪŋ ˈdʌtʃ.mən/

Proper noun

the Flying Dutchman

  1. (nautical folklore) A mythical Dutch-flagged ghost clipper that is very fast sailing, and never makes it to port, seen on the high seas, where upon being hailed, occupants request information on persons long dead, or leave messages for said people. In European naval folklore, it was considered to portend bad luck.

Translations

Noun

Flying Dutchman (plural Flying Dutchmen)

  1. A ship similar to the Flying Dutchman; a ghost ship.
    Synonyms: Mary Celeste, ghost ship
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