What is another word for tiercel?

Pronunciation: [tˈi͡əsə͡l] (IPA)

Tiercel is a word that is most often used to refer to a male falcon, specifically a male peregrine falcon. However, there are many other synonyms that can be used to describe this majestic bird. Some of the most common include tercel, hawk, kestrel, and sparrowhawk. These synonyms are often used interchangeably depending on the context in which the bird is being discussed. Other synonyms for tiercel include gyr, gyrfalcon, and saker, which are all different species of falcons. Whatever synonym is used to describe this beautiful bird, there is no doubt that it is an awe-inspiring creature that can be seen soaring the skies around the world.

Synonyms for Tiercel:

  • n.

    tiercel
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What are the hypernyms for Tiercel?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Tiercel

In Macbeth we find allusion to the "falcon towering in her pride of place"; and indeed there is no prettier sport on a still day than a flight at the partridge or the heron with the noble peregrine falcon or her mate the tiercel-gentle.
"A Cotswold Village"
J. Arthur Gibbs
Tassell is a corruption of tiercel, a name given to the male peregrine, so termed, according to the legendary lore of venery- "Because he is, commonly, a third part lesse than the female."
"The Romance of Names"
Ernest Weekley

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