peregrine falcon


noun

a globally distributed falcon, Falco peregrinus, much used in falconry because of its swift flight: several subspecies are endangered.

Origin of peregrine falcon

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400

Words nearby peregrine falcon

British Dictionary definitions for peregrine falcon

peregrine falcon

noun

a falcon, Falco peregrinus, occurring in most parts of the world, having a dark plumage on the back and wings and lighter underparts See also duck hawk