Owling: meaning, definitions and examples
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owling
[ หaสlษชล ]
bird behavior
Owling refers to the act of a person mimicking the sound of an owl or engaging in activities related to observing owls. It can involve calling to owls in the wild, often during dusk or nighttime when these birds are most active. The term can also be used in a more casual context, describing the enjoyment of owl-related activities, such as hiking in areas known for their owl population. The act can be a way for nature enthusiasts to connect with wildlife and partake in outdoor adventures.
Synonyms
birdwatching, calling, hooting.
Examples of usage
- We spent the evening owling in the forest.
- She loves owling and often joins local birdwatching clubs.
- Owling at night reveals a whole new world of wildlife.
Translations
Translations of the word "owling" in other languages:
๐ต๐น ululante
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคฒเฅเคฒเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช heulen
๐ฎ๐ฉ melolong
๐บ๐ฆ ะฒะธัะธ
๐ต๐ฑ wyฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ้ณดใ
๐ซ๐ท hululer
๐ช๐ธ gritar
๐น๐ท uluma
๐ฐ๐ท ์ธ๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุนููู
๐จ๐ฟ vydรกvat
๐ธ๐ฐ vydรกvaลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ๅๅซ
๐ธ๐ฎ viti
๐ฎ๐ธ รบlfur
๐ฐ๐ฟ าฑะปัะฟ
๐ฌ๐ช แแฆแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ ulama
๐ฒ๐ฝ aullar
Etymology
The term 'owling' is derived from the word 'owl', which comes from Old English 'ลซle', rooted in Proto-Germanic '*ลซlล' and related to similar words in other Germanic languages, including German 'Eule' and Dutch 'uil'. This lineage reflects the long-standing fascination humans have had with owls, often associated with wisdom and mystery in various cultures. The action of 'owling' emphasizes engagement with these creatures, which are primarily nocturnal and symbolically linked with the night, magic, and the unseen. As birdwatching grew in popularity during the 20th century, specific terms like 'owling' emerged to denote this specialized form of observation, highlighting both the behavior of the birds and the activity of enthusiasts who seek to connect with them.