Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

jess

noun

/dʒɛs/

Definition

A strap or loop that is used to attach a falcon’s leg to a perch or to hold the bird while training.

Examples

The falconer carefully attached the jess to the bird’s leg before taking it out for training.
Traditionally, jesses are made from soft leather to ensure the bird’s comfort.
Using jesses helps maintain control over a falcon in the field.

Meaning

In falconry, a jess is a short strap made of leather or other material that is fastened to a bird’s leg to enable the falconer to control the bird during training or when it is flown.