Definitions

1. noun

a large, predatory fish-eating bird of prey that belongs to the family Pandionidae, typically having a distinctive crest and a reversible outer toe.

“The osprey is a majestic sight to see as it dives into the water to catch its prey.”

2. verb

to fish or catch fish in the manner of an osprey, typically by diving into the water from a perch or hovering in the air.

“The fisherman ospreyed the lake, carefully scanning the water for signs of fish.”