wishbone

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   A forked bone between the neck and breast of a bird consisting chiefly of the two clavicles fused at their median or lower end, regarded as a lucky charm in some countries.
2. 2
   A spar in two parts, between which a sail is hoisted, the wishbone extending its clew.
3. 3
   Any sailing vessel rigged with a wishbone.
4. 4
   A particular kind of offensive formation. See wishbone formation.
5. 5
   A suspension component similar in shape to a chicken wishbone.

Verb

1. 1
   To form into a wishbone-like shape; to fork.