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hawk

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/ɣɐˈvjɐ̃w̃/ga·vi·ão

Definition

1

Common name for various medium-sized birds of prey of the family Accipitridae, with curved beaks and sharp talons, predators of small animals.

Usage examples

“A hawk hovered in the sky looking for prey.”
“The common kestrel is frequent in agricultural areas.”

Common combinations

sparrowhawkgoshawkhawk's eye

Idiomatic expressions

  • hawk-eyed