Raptor: meaning, definitions and examples

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raptor

 

[ หˆrรฆptษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bird of prey

A raptor is a bird of prey, characterized by keen vision, sharp talons, and a hooked beak. Raptors are known for their hunting skills and their ability to soar high in the sky.

Synonyms

bird of prey, predatory bird.

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Word Description / Examples
raptor

Used commonly in scientific or serious discussions about birds that hunt. It can also be used in zoology or paleontology to describe similar ancient creatures.

  • The raptor spread its wings and soared high above the forest
  • Paleontologists discovered new evidence about the raptor species that lived millions of years ago
bird of prey

Used in both casual and formal contexts to describe any bird that hunts for food, such as eagles, hawks, and owls. This term is more descriptive and straightforward.

  • The bird of prey swooped down to catch its meal
  • Birds of prey such as eagles are protected under wildlife conservation laws
predatory bird

Generally used in more technical or scientific contexts. It emphasizes the hunting and eating habits of these birds. Sometimes it has a slightly negative connotation due to the term 'predatory'.

  • Predatory birds have sharp talons and keen eyesight for hunting
  • The park's ecosystem is balanced by the presence of several predatory bird species

Examples of usage

  • The peregrine falcon is a famous raptor known for its incredible speed while diving for prey.
  • Golden eagles are powerful raptors that can be found in mountainous regions.
  • Hawks and eagles are common examples of raptors in the wild.

Translations

Translations of the word "raptor" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น raptor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเฅˆเคชเฅเคŸเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Raubvogel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pemangsa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะฐะฟั‚ะพั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ drapieลผnik

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็Œ›็ฆฝ้กž (ใ‚‚ใ†ใใ‚“ใ‚‹ใ„)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rapace

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ rapaz

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yฤฑrtฤฑcฤฑ kuลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งน๊ธˆ๋ฅ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุทุงุฆุฑ ุฌุงุฑุญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dravรฝ ptรกk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ dravรฝ vtรกk

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็Œ›็ฆฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ujeda

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ rรกndรฝr fugl

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถั‹ั€ั‚า›ั‹ัˆ า›าฑั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒขแƒแƒชแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜ แƒคแƒ แƒ˜แƒœแƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yฤฑrtฤฑcฤฑ quลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ rapaz

Etymology

The word 'raptor' comes from the Latin word 'rapere', which means 'to seize or take by force'. In English, the term 'raptor' has been used since the 17th century to refer to birds of prey. These majestic creatures have been revered and feared by humans throughout history, often symbolizing strength, freedom, and power.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,447 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.