whauk

/hɔːwɪk, hɑʊk/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of New Zealand kingfish (Argyrosomus regius) or a rare or obsolete word referring to a type of bird of prey

“The whauk is a common catch for local fishermen in New Zealand.”

Synonyms

  • bird of prey
  • kingfish

Antonyms

  • prey