peregrine

Meanings

• noun

  A large bird of prey in the falcon family, having a long, slender, pointed wings and a distinctive crooked beak.

  - "The peregrine falcon is the fastest bird in the world."
  - "Birdwatchers often spot peregrines perched on cliff edges."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈpeɹɪɡɹɪn/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

alien , outlander , strangeling

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with peregrine
perigree , serene , meregin

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Variants

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peregrine , peregrine falcon , peregrine falcons

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Etymology

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From Old French peregrin, from Latin peregrinus, meaning 'wanderer' or 'traveler'.

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Trivia

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1. The peregrine falcon is the only bird of prey that can fly backwards.

2. Peregrines are found on every continent except Antarctica.

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Related Concepts

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1. Falconry: The ancient sport of hunting wild birds and animals with a trained falcon.

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Culture

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The peregrine falcon has been used as a symbol of freedom and power in various cultures. In ancient Rome, it was considered a sacred bird and was often depicted in art and literature.

How to Memorize "peregrine"

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   - Visualize a large, powerful bird with a crooked beak and long, pointed wings.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'peregrine' with the idea of freedom and power.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'peregrine' comes from the Latin word for 'traveler'.

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