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Meaning of osprey

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

osprey

Pronunciation:/ˈɒspɹeɪ//ˈɑspɹi/

noun

Definitions

  1. A bird of prey (Pandion haliaetus) that feeds on fish and has white underparts and long, narrow wings each ending in four finger-like extensions.

    Example: 1594, I will provide thee of a princely osprey. — Peele, Battle of Alcazar

  2. Aigrette (ornamental feather)