falconer etymology

Origin: Middle English

Etymology: From Old English fealcnerie, from fealc, meaning "falcon," + -nerie, a suffix denoting a place or activity related to the root word.

Meaning:

  • A person who hunts with falcons or hawks.
  • A person who trains or cares for falcons or hawks.
  • One who is skilled in the art of falconry.
  • (Archaic) A person who hunts birds in general.

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