Aerie: meaning, definitions and examples

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aerie

 

[ หˆษ›ษ™ri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bird's nest

An aerie, often spelled as eyrie, refers to the nest of a bird of prey, typically situated high on a cliff or a tall tree. These nests are constructed in inaccessible locations to protect the young from predators. The term can also be used more generally to describe any lofty nest or dwelling that is elevated above the ground. Aeries are important for the survival of the species as they provide safety and a strategic viewpoint for the adult birds.

Synonyms

eyrie, nest, roost

Examples of usage

  • The eagle's aerie was perched high on the cliff.
  • She spotted a falcon returning to its aerie.
  • The photographer aimed to capture images of the nest in the aerie.

Translations

Translations of the word "aerie" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ninho de รกguia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคฟเคฒเคนเคฐเฅ€ เค•เคพ เค˜เฅ‹เค‚เคธเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Horst

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sarang burung

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะฝั–ะทะดะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gniazdo

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅทฃ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท aire

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ nido

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yuva

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‘ฅ์ง€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุด

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hnรญzdo

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hniezdo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅทข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gnezdo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hreiรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ าฑั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’ๅทข

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yuva

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ nido

Etymology

The word 'aerie' has its roots in Middle English, derived from the Old French term 'airie', which itself originates from the Latin 'nigrina', meaning 'to have air or to be lofty'. The etymological journey of 'aerie' reflects the human fascination with the elevated homes of birds of prey, often seen as symbols of power and majesty. The use of the term has evolved over the centuries, often being romanticized in literature and poetry as a place of refuge and solitude. The imagery associated with aeries evokes feelings of freedom and perspective, characteristic of the birds that dwell in them. The word is commonly used in ornithology, literature, and metaphorically to describe other lofty or remote locations.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,071, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.