鶽 (sǔn) - Falcon — a bird of prey, specifically referring & swift and sharp-visioned raptor.

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Falcon — a bird of prey, specifically referring to falcons or hawks;

swift and sharp-visioned raptor.

Falcon — a bird of prey, specifically referringswift and sharp-visioned raptor.

Usage highlights

FalconFalconryFalcon speciesFalcon's beakFalcon's clawFalcon flight

Synonyms

  • 隼— Falcon (more common character for falcon)
  • 鹰— Eagle, hawk (broader term for birds of prey)

Antonyms

  • 鸽— Dove (symbol of peace, opposite of predatory nature)
  • 兔— Rabbit (prey animal, opposite of predator)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The falcon (鶽) is known for its speed and hunting prowess.
  • Falconry (放鶽) is an ancient hunting tradition.
  • He spotted a falcon (鶽) circling high above.
  • The falcon's (鶽) eyesight is exceptionally sharp.

Collocations

  • Falcon(鶽)
  • Falconry(放鶽)
  • Falcon species(鶽类)
  • Falcon's beak(鶽喙)
  • Falcon's claw(鶽爪)
  • Falcon flight(鶽飞)

Idioms

  • Eagle stares and falcon glances(鹰瞵鶽视)
  • Falcon's eye and eagle's gaze(鶽目鹰睛)
  • Falcon flying and rabbit leaping(鶽飞兔走)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Chinese culture, the falcon symbolizes speed, precision, and nobility, often associated with martial prowess.
  • Falconry has a long history in China, particularly among northern nomadic peoples and the aristocracy.
  • The character is relatively rare in modern usage but appears in classical texts and specialized contexts.

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