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Meaning of FALCONRY

Pronunciation:  'folkunree

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 Definition: [n]  the art of training falcons to hunt and return
 
 See Also: art, artistry, prowess

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Fal"con*ry\, n. [Cf. F. fauconnerie. See {Falcon}.]
1. The art of training falcons or hawks to pursue and attack
   wild fowl or game.

2. The sport of taking wild fowl or game by means of falcons
   or hawks.

 

 

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