raven-messenger en · NOUN
Etymology
From raven + messenger. From the Biblical story of Noah, who released a raven after a flood to see if it had receded, but the bird did not return in a timely fashion.
Meanings
- A messenger or news-bringer who takes too long to arrive.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| raven-messengers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |