Owl: meaning, definitions and examples

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owl

 

[ aสŠl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

animal behavior

An owl is a predominantly nocturnal bird of prey characterized by its large forward-facing eyes, a flat face, and silent flight. Owls belong to the order Strigiformes and are found in various habitats around the world. They are known for their unique ability to rotate their heads and their distinctive hooting calls. These birds are also associated with wisdom and have been featured in various cultures' folklore and mythology.

Synonyms

bird of prey, nocturnal bird, strigiform

Examples of usage

  • The owl hooted in the night.
  • We saw an owl during our hike.
  • The wise owl symbolizes knowledge.

Translations

Translations of the word "owl" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น coruja

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคฒเฅเคฒเฅ‚

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Eule

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ burung hantu

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะพะฒะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sowa

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚ฏใƒญใ‚ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท hibou

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bรบho

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท baykuลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์˜ฌ๋นผ๋ฏธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูˆู…ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sova

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sova

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็Œซๅคด้นฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sova

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ ugla

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑาฏั€ะบั–ั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sov

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ bรบho

Etymology

The word 'owl' has its origins in Old English 'ลซle,' which is akin to Old High German 'uhulla' and Latin 'strix.' The etymology reflects a long-standing human fascination with owls, often associating them with mystery and the night. Throughout history, owls have been symbols in various cultures, often depicted as wise or as harbingers of change. They have played significant roles in ancient mythology; for instance, the owl was linked to Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom. This connection solidified the owl's reputation as a symbol of knowledge in Western culture. The evolution of the term 'owl' shows how our understanding and interpretation of these birds have shifted over time, from creatures of the dark to partners in the cycle of nature.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #12,109, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.