owl

noun

\ ˈau̇(-ə)l

Definition of owl

: any of an order (Strigiformes) of chiefly nocturnal birds of prey with a large head and eyes, short hooked bill, strong talons, and soft fluffy often brown-mottled plumage

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Concealed within these forests are Tengalman’s owl, capercaillie and black woodpecker. — Smithsonian, "Explore Catalonia’s Most Beautiful Nature Parks," 15 June 2018 This one found that a man's chest was flagged, but a man's chest next a 50% scale owl went unnoticed. — Casey Newton, The Verge, "How Kevin Hart tweeted himself out of a job hosting the Oscars," 8 Dec. 2018 Now, with several designs, including the deer, owl, peacock, and various cacti, her dream of helping others create a magical ambiance at home is a reality. — Taylor Mead, House Beautiful, "These Beautiful Peacock Lights Are Inspired By Pop-Up Books," 15 Nov. 2018 The shirtless pair create various noises that sound like whales, owls, and fish with their bare bellies. — Eileen Reslen, Country Living, "'America's Got Talent' Fans Are Seriously Upset About Last Night's Episode," 8 Aug. 2018 But are there any problems related to being a lark or owl, other than scheduling difficulties? — Smithsonian, "Bad News, Night Owls: You Might Have a Higher Risk of Dying Early," 14 Apr. 2018 Many stayed after the lunch to get a photo with two of the zoo's superstars: Mr. Miyagi, a Eurasian eagle owl, and Amy Rose, an African hedgehog. . . . . . . . — Sue Strachan, NOLA.com, "WWE superstars make the right moves at Susan G. Komen Salute to Survivors luncheon," 7 Apr. 2018 The designer's tree—dubbed the Tree of Love—has a celestial theme, and according to the Standard, is decorated with six different animals, including an owl, horse, peacock, dove and mouse. — Elle Decor Editors, ELLE Decor, "Diane von Furstenberg's Claridge's Christmas Tree Is All About Love," 27 Nov. 2018 Akiba Fukurou Owl Cafe Akiba Fukurou is great for families with children and animals lovers of all kinds, especially those easily entranced by the delicate frames and all-seeing eyes of owls. — Davey Young, Condé Nast Traveler, "What to Do in Akihabara: Our Guide," 5 Mar. 2018

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