falcon

fal·con

noun \ˈfal-kən, ˈfȯl- also ˈfȯ-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

Illustration of FALCON

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