sharp-shinned hawk

noun

ˈshärp-ˈshind- 

: a common widely distributed American accipiter (Accipiter striatus) that is grayish above, has a chestnut breast, short rounded wings, and a tail with a notched or square tip when folded

called also sharp-shin

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1812, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for sharp-shinned hawk

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