falco

/ˈfɔlkoʊ/ or /ˈfɑːlkoʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

a genus of small to medium-sized, typically migratory birds of prey in the family Falconidae.

“The park ranger was tasked with studying the falco population in the area.”

2. noun

a medieval Italian nobleman.

“He was a member of the House of Falco, a powerful family in the region.”

3. proper noun

a surname of Italian origin.

“The Falco family has been living in the same village for generations.”

Synonyms

  • eagle
  • falcon

Antonyms

  • dove
  • pigeon