Definition

Noun A large bird of prey, specifically an eagle, characterized by its bulky size, greyish-brown plumage, and a distinctive short, wedge-shaped white tail. This species is native to regions of Europe and Greenland.

Usage

This term is used as a common name for a specific species of eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla), also widely known as the white-tailed eagle or erne. It is used in ornithological contexts and general descriptions of wildlife. * The grey sea eagle is often observed hunting for fish along coastal cliffs. * Conservation efforts are crucial for protecting the nesting sites of the grey sea eagle.

Advanced Usage

• The term is primarily used in British English. In American English, the name "white-tailed eagle" is more prevalent.
• It can be used metaphorically to describe something or someone with a commanding, solitary, or majestic presence, akin to the bird's stature.
  • The old professor stood at the podium with the imposing silence of a grey sea eagle.

Variants and Related Words

• White-tailed eagle: The most common alternative name for the same species.
• Erne: Another traditional name for this eagle.
• Sea eagle: A broader term for eagles in the genus , which includes the grey sea eagle.
• Haliaeetus albicilla: The scientific (Latin) name for the species.

Synonyms

• White-tailed eagle
• Erne

Related Phrases

• Sea eagle's gaze: A phrase describing a sharp, far-seeing, or predatory look.
  • The scout fixed the horizon with a sea eagle's gaze.
• To nest like a sea eagle: To choose a remote, high, or secure location.
  • The monastery was perched on the cliff, nesting like a sea eagle.

Noun

1. bulky greyish-brown eagle with a short wedge-shaped white tail; of Europe and Greenland