shawfowl

/ˈʃɔːfəʊl/

Definitions

1. noun

A shawfowl is an archaic term for a type of bird, often used to describe a bird of prey, particularly a hawk or an eagle.

“In medieval literature, the shawfowl was often depicted as a symbol of power and freedom.”

Synonyms

  • bird of prey
  • eagle
  • hawk

Antonyms

  • domesticated bird
  • songbird