jessamy

/ˈdʒɛs.ə.mɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

An old-fashioned word for a jess or a small iron ring used to control a bird in flight, especially a falcon.

“In medieval times, the falconer carefully attached the jessamy to the bird’s jesses.”

2. noun

A type of flower, particularly the jessamine or a plant with similar properties.

“The fragrance of the jessamy flowers filled the entire garden.”

Synonyms

  • falconry ring
  • jess
  • jessamine

Antonyms

  • bird free
  • uncaged bird