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Vocabulary Entry
owl
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A nocturnal bird of prey characterized by large eyes and a flat face, often associated with wisdom.
Example Sentences
"The owl hooted softly in the dark forest."
"She spotted an owl perched on a tree branch."
"Owls are known for their silent flight when hunting."
V
verb
To make a sound like that of an owl, often used to describe someone's action of hooting.
Example Sentences
"The children began to owl in imitation of the bird."
"He owled to his friend as a joke during the camping trip."
"As night fell, you could hear the campers owl in the distance."