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faucon

falcon

noun foh-KON Rare
Animals & Nature Birds

Origin: Latin falco, possibly from falx 'sickle' (referring to the curved talons)

Also means

hawk

Usage Note

faucon refers specifically to a falcon (a fast, long-winged bird of prey). Falconry, la fauconnerie, has a long French aristocratic tradition and is inscribed on UNESCO's list of Intangible Cultural Heritage. Do not confuse it with épervier (sparrowhawk) or aigle (eagle).

Examples

"Le faucon plonge sur sa proie."

Natural Translation

The falcon dives at its prey.

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