What does EYASS mean?

Word: eyass

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definition: A young hawk taken from the nest for training.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈaɪ.əs/; UK: /ˈaɪ.æs/

Origin and Usage: The word "eyass" originated in the 15th century from the Middle French word "niais" meaning "naive" or "simple". It was first used to describe a young hawk that had been taken from the nest for training. The word is still used today in falconry circles to describe a young hawk that is being trained.

Synonyms: None

Related Words: essay, sassy, sayst, yeans, yenta

Example Sentences:

• He spent hours each day training the eyass to hunt.
• The eyass was still too young to fly, so he kept it in a large cage until it was ready.
• She was amazed by the beauty and grace of the eyass as it soared through the sky.