falconer
/ˈfɔːlkənər/
NOUN
1. Person who trains birds of prey
A person who breeds, trains, or handles falcons, hawks, and other birds of prey, particularly for hunting or the sport of falconry.
1.1. Falconry and bird training
A person skilled in training and handling falcons or other birds of prey for hunting, sport, or demonstrations.
Synonyms
- hawker
- falcon trainer
- hawk trainer
Examples
- The falconer trained his birds of prey to hunt with precision and grace.
- The experienced falconer released the bird with a practiced movement of the wrist.
- The castle employed a skilled falconer to care for and train its hunting falcons.
Related Words
- falconist
- bird handler
- falconry expert
- bird trainer
1.2. Hunting with trained birds
A person who practices the traditional sport of hunting game using trained falcons or other birds of prey.
Synonyms
- hawker
- fowler
Antonyms
- nonhunter
Examples
- The falconer rode across the countryside with his trained hawk.
- Medieval falconers were respected for their skill in hunting with birds of prey.
Related Words
- hunter
- huntsman
- sportsman
- falconry practitioner