falcon
noun
Pronunciation: ˈfalkən
Definition
A bird of prey known for its long, pointed wings and exceptional speed during flight.
Examples
The peregrine falcon is widely considered the fastest animal on the planet.
Ancient kings often kept a trained falcon for the sport of hunting.
We watched the falcon circle high above the meadow before it suddenly dived.
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