Flying Dutchman

noun

1. a legendary Dutch ghost ship supposed to be seen at sea, especially near the Cape of Good Hope.

2. the captain of this ship, supposed to have been condemned to sail the sea, beating against the wind, until the Day of Judgment.

Flying Dutchman

noun

1. legend

   1. a phantom ship sighted in bad weather, esp off the Cape of Good Hope

   2. the captain of this ship

2. a type of dinghy, designed to be crewed by two people

Example Sentences

In December, returning to his beloved voice work, he will bring the Flying Dutchman to life in the animated sequel “The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants.”

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Some In-N-Out customers were discreetly using a hack to get a discount on one of the chain’s secret menu items, known as the “Flying Dutchman.”

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A popular burger known as the “Flying Dutchman” consists of two beef patties and two slices of cheese, with no bun.

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In the video, the camera is facing the two young people as they eat French fries and an order known as “The Flying Dutchman.”

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“I just want to eat my Flying Dutchman in peace,” her friend said, referring to an off-menu item at the burger chain.

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