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Uncommonowls
The correct spelling is owls.
How to pronounce owls
noun
IPA: /æwlz/
Say it like: Owl-s
The correct spelling is owls. Any of various birds of prey of the order Strigiformes that are primarily nocturnal and have forward-looking, binocular vision, limited eye movement, and good hearing.
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Definition
noun
- 1.Any of various birds of prey of the order Strigiformes that are primarily nocturnal and have forward-looking, binocular vision, limited eye movement, and good hearing.
- 2.(by extension) A person seen as having owl-like characteristics, especially appearing wise or serious, or being nocturnally active.
- 3.The owl pigeon.
- 4.A politician with moderate views that are neither hawkish nor dovish.
- 5.Any of various nymphalid butterflies having large eyespots on the wings.
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