falcon
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.a bird of prey with long, pointed wings that is known for flying very fast to catch other animals.
n.any bird of the genus Falco, typically characterized by a hooked beak and long, pointed wings adapted for high-speed flight.
Simple“The falcon dived from the sky at high speed to catch its prey.”
In context“The peregrine falcon is renowned as the fastest member of the animal kingdom, reaching speeds of over three hundred kilometres per hour during its hunting stoop.”
Synonymsraptorbird of prey - 02 C2 Proficiency
n.a small, light type of cannon used hundreds of years ago.
n.a light piece of ordnance or cannon utilized between the 15th and 17th centuries.
Simple“The museum displayed an old falcon used to defend the castle walls.”
In context“The inventory of the 16th-century fortress listed several falcons among the lighter artillery pieces stationed along the ramparts.”
- 03 C2 Proficiency
v.to hunt animals using a trained falcon.
v.to engage in the sport of hunting with the aid of trained birds of prey.
Simple“In the past, kings and queens would often go out to falcon in the woods.”
In context“The nobility would frequently falcon across the open moors, a practice that required years of patient training for both the bird and the handler.”
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