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Meaning of owl
The primary meaning of the word "owl" refers to a nocturnal bird of prey.
Etymology of owl
The word "owl" originates from Old English "ūl" and Germanic "uwwal-", which are also the sources of Modern English "owl" and other Germanic words for the bird, such as German "Eule" and Dutch "uil".
The word has been used in English since the 7th century to refer to the bird, and its meanings and connotations have evolved over time to include symbolic and metaphorical uses.
Synonyms
bird
hooter
nocturnal bird
bird of prey
raptor
falcon
eagle
hawk
vulture
kite
goshawk
sparrowhawk
pigeon
dove
nightjar
whippoorwill
nighthawk
potoo
frogmouth
oilbird
pauraque
poorwill
chuck-will's-widow
whip-poor-will
kingfisher
horned owl
barn owl
tawny owl
screech owl
great grey owl
snowy owl
burrowing owl
barred owl
Ural owl
tawny fish owl
Blakiston's fish owl
Definitions
- A nocturnal bird of prey with a flat face, large eyes, and a sharp beak, characterized by its ability to turn its head through 180 degrees and its distinctive hooting call.
- * A symbol or representation of wisdom, insight, or sharp vision, often used in art, literature, and folklore.
Usage Examples
- The owl perched silently in the tree, watching the world below with its large, round eyes.
- * The owl is a symbol of wisdom and insight in many cultures, often depicted in art and literature as a wise and knowing creature.
- * The hooting of the owl echoed through the forest, a haunting and mournful sound that sent shivers down the spine.
Antonyms
diurnal birds
daytime birds
larks
sparrows
finches
robins
blue jays
cardinals
sunbirds
hummingbirds
peacocks
pheasants
quails
partridges
grouse
turkeys
chickens
ducks
geese
pigeons
morning birds
daytime flyers