Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

falconry

[fawl-kuhn-ree, fal-, faw-kuhn-] / ˈfɔl kən ri, ˈfæl-, ˈfɔ kən- /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The talismanic vocabulary of falconry is threaded through this raw-nerved memoir by an experienced British falconer who dealt with the pain of losing a father by training a young goshawk called Mabel.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

A falconry centre in mid Wales is hoping to breed life-saving rare African hooded vultures to help save them from extinction.

From BBC • Aug. 25, 2025

The Eurasian eagle-owl is also commonly used in falconry, selling for as much as $3,000.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 1, 2024

The addition of the Khawlani coffee bean to the heritage list brings Saudi Arabia’s contributions to 11, including a type of dance, falconry and an indigenous species of cat.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 15, 2023

“That’s what falconry is today,” Officer Conklin adds.

From "On the Far Side of the Mountain" by Jean Craighead George