nautical myths
Maritime supernatural tales
Nautical myths are traditional stories, legends, and superstitions associated with the sea and seafaring.
These include tales of sea monsters, ghost ships, mermaids, and cursed voyages, as well as sailor superstitions about whistling aboard ship or renaming vessels.
The Flying Dutchman is among the most enduring nautical myths.
The phrase can also refer to widely believed misconceptions about maritime history or navigation.
- mermaidsHalf-woman, half-fish beings
- siren songDangerous, irresistible appeal
- krakenGiant squid of legend
- leviathanEnormous creature or entity
- sirensEmergency vehicle noisemakers
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