Morgana

/mɔːrˈɡɑːnə/ noun

Definition

A magical illusion or mirage, especially one appearing over water; in legends, the enchantress Morgan le Fay.

Etymology

From Italian 'fata morgana' (Morgan's fairy), named after the legendary enchantress Morgan le Fay from Arthurian legend. The term describes shimmering mirages, particularly the ones visible in the Strait of Messina between Italy and Sicily.

Kelly Says

Fata morgana is a real optical phenomenon where light bending through layers of hot air creates floating cities and islands! Medieval sailors thought it was magic, and they named it after the legendary witch Morgan le Fay—science disguised as sorcery!

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