Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
eyrie
Noun
/ˈɪəri/
Definition
A nest of an eagle or other bird of prey, typically situated high up in a tree or on a cliff.
Examples
- The eagle returned to its eyrie after a long day of hunting.
- The mountain provided the perfect spot for the hawk’s eyrie, away from predators.
- From the eyrie, the chicks had a breathtaking view of the valley below.
Meaning
An eyrie is a place where birds of prey, like eagles, lay their eggs and raise their young, often found in lofty or difficult-to-reach locations.
Synonyms
- Nest
- Roost
- Flight
