What does EYRIE mean?

Eyrie Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

• A large nest of an eagle or other bird of prey, built high up on a cliff or on the top of a hill.
• A lofty nest of any bird of prey.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈaɪri/
• UK: /ˈɛəri/

Origin and Usage:

The word "eyrie" comes from Middle English "eyrē," from Old French "aire," from Latin "agēria," from Greek "aigēría," meaning "a place where birds of prey rest." The word is primarily used to refer to the nest of an eagle or other bird of prey, but can also be used to refer to the nest of any bird that is built high up on a cliff or on the top of a hill.

Synonyms:

• aerie
• eyry
• hawks nest
• eagles nest

Related Words:

• birdy
• roost
• perch
• nesty
• flown

Example Sentences:

• The eagles built their eyrie high up on the cliff.
• The birdwatcher was thrilled to spot an eyrie on the hilltop.
• The hawks eyrie was a magnificent sight to behold.