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merlin

/ˈmɜː.lɪn/

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noun

/ˈmɜː.lɪn/C1formal
  • ruНебольшой сокол, обитающий в Европе и Америке, отличающийся тёмным оперением с чёрно-полосатым хвостом, часто используемый в соколиной охоте.

A small falcon found in Europe and America, characterized by dark plumage with a black-barred tail, often used in falconry.

  1. Small falconC1formal

    A small, swift falcon (Falco columbarius) found in Europe and North America, known for its dark plumage with a black-barred tail and historically used in falconry.

    ruМелкий сокол

    • The merlin is a skilled hunter, often preying on small birds.
    • Falconers have used the merlin for centuries due to its agility.
    • We spotted a merlin perched on a fence post near the moor.

    Synonymspigeon hawk

Forms
  • merlins plural form
  • merlins' possessive plural form
  • merlin's possessive singular form