eagle

/ˈiːɡəl/

eagle

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Definition

Any of several large carnivorous and carrion-eating birds in the family Accipitridae, having a powerful hooked bill and keen vision.

Etymology

From Middle English egle, from Anglo-Norman egle, from Old French aigle, from Latin aquila. Partially displaced native Middle English ern, earn, arn, from Old English earn (“eagle”). More at erne.

Example Sentences

  • "I, I go my own way I swim against the stream Forever I will fight the pοwers that be The eagle flies alone"
  • "I got an eagle in the third hole."
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