Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or characteristic of a rook, especially in being strong, powerful, or impressive, or in being somber or solemn in appearance or demeanor.

“The imposing rooklike statue dominated the city’s central square.”

2. noun

a bird of the crow family, especially one of the species Corvus fengi or Corvus macrorhynchos.

“In the dense forest, a rooklike bird perched on a branch, watching its surroundings.”