Word: Eagle

Pronunciation

/ˈiːɡl/

Definitions

• Noun: A large, powerful bird of prey with a hooked beak and keen eyesight, belonging to the family Accipitridae and several genera, most notably Aquila. Eagles are known for their ability to soar over long distances and have been symbols of strength, courage, and freedom in many cultures. For example: “The bald eagle is the national emblem of the United States.”

  • Phrase: “Eagle-eyed” means having very sharp vision or being particularly observant. For example: “The detective was eagle-eyed, spotting details that others had missed.”

• Verb (informal): In golf, to hit a ball from the fairway onto the green in one stroke, typically when the ball must fly over hazards; also called an ‘eagle shot’. For example: “He eagled the par-five 18th hole to win the tournament.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “An eagle soared majestically over the mountains.”
• Verb (golfing): “After a perfect drive, he managed to eagle the difficult par-four seventh hole.”

Synonyms

• Bird of prey
• Raptor
• Hawk (in some contexts)
• Vulture (for some species)

Phrases:

• “Eagle-eyed”: Describing someone who has excellent observational skills or pays great attention to detail.
• “Soar like an eagle”: A metaphor for achieving success or freedom with ease and grace.
• “Bald eagle”: The specific species of eagle native to North America and a symbol of American patriotism.

Note: The verb form “to eagle” is not directly synonymous with any other single word but is specific to the context of scoring two strokes under par on a hole in golf.