Finesentence mobile logo
Sign in Login / Register

Eyrie: meaning, definitions and examples

๐Ÿฆ…
Add to dictionary

eyrie

 

[ หˆษ›ษ™ri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bird's nest

An eyrie is a high nest typically built by birds of prey, such as eagles or hawks, on cliffs or tall trees. It provides a vantage point for the birds to watch for prey and a safe place to raise their young. The term can also refer to the lofty habitation of certain other birds. Eyries are often inaccessible, which helps protect the eggs and chicks from predators. The term conveys a sense of an elevated or remote place.

Synonyms

aerie, lair, nest.

Examples of usage

  • The eagle returned to its eyrie after a long day of hunting.
  • We spotted an eyrie high on the cliff during our hike.
  • The biologist studied the eyrie to understand the nesting habits of the hawks.

Translations

Translations of the word "eyrie" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ninho

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค˜เฅ‹เค‚เคธเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Nistplatz

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sarang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะฝั–ะทะดะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gniazdo

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅทฃ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท nid

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 แƒกแƒแƒกแƒแƒฎแƒšแƒ”

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yuva

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ nido

Etymology

The word 'eyrie' originates from the Middle English term 'eyrie' or 'eyry', which is a dialectal variant of 'aerie'. The term is derived from the Old French 'airie', which itself comes from the Latin 'aria', meaning 'a place for birds'. The concept of an elevated nest is vital in avian biology, as these nests are typically located in locations that offer safety from terrestrial predators. Over time, 'eyrie' has come to symbolize not just the physical structure of the nest, but also a metaphor for a higher, secluded, or elevated space, conveying ideas of safety, distance from danger, and a view over a vast expanse. Its etymology reflects the significance of elevation in both avian life and broader literary and cultural contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,112 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.