buteo

/ˈbyuːtoʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

any of a family of hawks (family Accipitridae, especially the genus Buteo) that have a broad rounded tail, a hooked beak, and a wingspan of up to 2 meters

“The birdwatcher spotted a buteo soaring overhead, its broad wingspan a striking feature.”

Synonyms

  • falcon
  • hawk

Antonyms

  • dove
  • swallow