Definition

1. Noun:

   • A large bird of prey: A "eagle" is a large, powerful bird of prey (raptor) known for its keen eyesight, strong soaring flight, and broad wings. It is diurnal (active during the day).
   • A score in golf: In golf, an "eagle" is a score of two strokes under par on a single hole.
   • A symbol or emblem: An "eagle" can represent a figure of an eagle used as an emblem, often symbolizing power, freedom, or a nation.
   • A former U.S. coin: Historically, an "eagle" was a gold coin in the United States worth ten dollars.

2. Verb:

   • To score an eagle in golf: To "eagle" means to complete a hole in golf in two strokes under par.

Usage Examples

• Noun (Bird):
  • We saw a majestic eagle soaring high above the mountains.
  • The eagle is known for its incredible eyesight.
• Noun (Golf):
  • Getting an eagle on that par-5 hole was the highlight of his round.
• Noun (Emblem):
  • The Roman eagle was a powerful military standard.
• Noun (Coin):
  • The coin collection included a rare ten-dollar gold eagle.
• Verb (Golf):
  • She managed to eagle the final hole to win the tournament.
  • He eagled the par-5 18th hole.

Advanced Usage

• "Eagle eye": This phrase refers to exceptionally sharp, keen eyesight or very close attention to detail.
  • The editor has an eagle eye for spotting grammatical errors.
• "Bald eagle": A specific species of eagle, the national bird and symbol of the United States.
  • The bald eagle is a protected species in North America.

Variants and Related Words

• Eaglet (noun): A young eagle.
  • The eaglets stayed in the nest until they were ready to fly.
• Eagle-eyed (adjective): Having very sharp eyesight; observant.
  • The eagle-eyed guard noticed the discrepancy immediately.

Synonyms

• Bird of prey: Raptor, hawk (though hawks are generally smaller).
• Golf score: Double birdie (informal equivalent for two under par).
• Emblem: Symbol, insignia.

Related Phrases (Phrasal Verbs)

(Note: "Eagle" as a base word does not commonly form phrasal verbs. The related expressions are idiomatic.)

Related Idioms

• Spread one's wings (like an eagle): To become more independent or to try new things.
  • After graduation, she was ready to spread her wings like an eagle and travel the world.
• The eagle has landed: A phrase announcing a successful arrival, famously used during the Apollo 11 moon landing.
  • (Informally) "The eagle has landed" can mean that an important person or package has arrived.

Noun

1. an emblem representing power
   • the Roman eagle
2. a former gold coin in the United States worth 10 dollars
3. (golf) a score of two strokes under par on a hole
4. any of various large keen-sighted diurnal birds of prey noted for their broad wings and strong soaring flight

Verb

1. shoot in two strokes under par
2. shoot two strokes under par
   • She eagled the hole