raptor

Thân thiện

A raptor soars high above the forest searching for prey.

Definition

Noun: 1. A bird of prey: A carnivorous bird that hunts and kills other animals for food. This is the primary and most common meaning. Raptors are characterized by sharp talons for catching prey, hooked beaks for tearing flesh, and keen eyesight.

Usage Examples

• The eagle, a powerful raptor, circled high above the valley searching for rabbits.
• Falcons and hawks are both types of raptors commonly seen in this region.
• The wildlife rehabilitation center specializes in caring for injured raptors like owls and vultures.

Advanced Usage

• In Paleontology: The term "raptor" is informally used to refer to dromaeosaurid dinosaurs, such as , due to their perceived similarities as active, predatory hunters. In formal scientific contexts, "dromaeosaur" is preferred.
  • The film depicted the raptors as highly intelligent pack hunters.

Variants and Related Words

• Raptorial (adjective): Relating to or characteristic of birds of prey.
  • The owl's raptorial feet are perfectly adapted for seizing mice.

Synonyms

• Bird of prey
• Predatory bird

Related Phrases/Idioms

• (To have) a raptor's gaze: To have an intensely focused, piercing, or predatory stare.
  • The detective fixed the suspect with a raptor's gaze.

Học thuật

Noun

1. any of numerous carnivorous birds that hunt and kill other animals

Từ đồng nghĩa

• bird of prey
• raptorial bird