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Falcon
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Simple meaning
What does Falcon mean?
A falcon is a fast hunting bird.
Dictionary definition
A bird of prey with sharp eyesight, pointed wings, and fast flight.
Example sentences
Falcon in a sentence
easy
The falcon flew high above the field.
medium
A falcon uses sharp eyesight to spot prey.
hard
The peregrine falcon is known for its incredible speed during a dive.
Synonyms
Words like Falcon
hawkUse for a similar bird of prey, though not exactly the same.
raptorUse for a bird that hunts other animals.
Antonyms
Opposite words
songbirdUse for a small bird known for singing rather than hunting.
preyUse for an animal that is hunted.
Word family
Falcon word family
Base word
falcon
noun
falcons
More than one falcon.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does falcon mean?
A falcon is a bird of prey.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to falcon?
A falcon is a kind of raptor, or bird of prey.
Practice 3
Which word best contrasts with falcon?
A falcon hunts prey, so prey contrasts with the hunter.
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