Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
seel
verb
/siːl/
Definition
To close the eyes of a hawk or other bird of prey, especially to aid in training; to blind.
Examples
- The falconer decided to seel the hawk to keep it calm during transport.
- To train the bird effectively, he had to seel its eyes gently.
- She observed how professionals seel birds before competitions to ensure they are not distracted.
Meaning
The act of sewing shut or binding the eyes of a bird, usually done to prevent it from seeing while training or handling.
Synonyms
- Close
- Shut
- Blind
