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falcon

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fal·con

noun \ˈfal-kən, ˈfl- also ˈf-kən\

Definition of FALCON

1
: any of various hawks trained for use in falconry; especially : peregrine falcon —used technically only of a female — compare tiercel
2
: any of various hawks (family Falconidae) that have long pointed wings, a long tail, and a notched beak and that usually inhabit open areas

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Origin of FALCON

Middle English faucoun, falcon, from Anglo-French faucon, from Late Latin falcon-, falco, probably from Latin falc-, falx
First Known Use: 13th century

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