Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

falconer

Noun

ˈfɔː.kən.ər

Definition

A person who breeds, trains, and handles falcons or other birds of prey, especially for hunting purposes.

Examples

The skilled falconer released the hawk into the sky to catch the unsuspecting rabbit.
She aspired to become a falconer, spending every weekend at the bird sanctuary learning the craft.
A falconer’s bond with their bird is built on trust and mutual respect.

Meaning

Falconer refers to someone engaged in the practice of falconry, which involves the art of training birds of prey to hunt game. This tradition has roots in ancient civilizations and is still practiced today.