eagle owl

noun

Meaning

A large, powerful owl, typically with ear tufts, known for its fierce appearance and hunting prowess.

Examples

The eagle owl is the largest owl species in Europe.
With its impressive wingspan, the eagle owl can hunt prey much larger than itself.

Synonyms: owl, bird of prey, horned owl

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eagle owl

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈiːɡl̩ aʊl/

Definition

A large, powerful owl, typically with ear tufts, known for its fierce appearance and hunting prowess.

Examples

The eagle owl is the largest owl species in Europe.
With its impressive wingspan, the eagle owl can hunt prey much larger than itself.

How to Use eagle owl

eagle owl (collocation): The name of a specific type of large owl. — "An eagle owl swooped down from the tree."
eagle owl of (prepositional phrase): Specifying the region or habitat of an eagle owl. — "The eagle owl of the Himalayas is rarely seen."

Synonyms of eagle owl

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