Flying Dutchman

American  

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.

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Flying Dutchman British  

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

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Example Sentences

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

From Seattle Times

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

From New York Times

He even wrote and drew the book’s comic that interprets “Flying Dutchman” — a cut inspired by Hoseley, Amos says.

From Washington Post

His flag also features the England three lions badge and the names of two pubs in Lowestoft - The Flying Dutchman and The Blues Bar.

From BBC

“In Amsterdam, housing is dense, and the openness of the beach is very healing,” said Posthumus, who owns two bars in the city, Flying Dutchmen Cocktails and Dutch Courage.

From Washington Post