Meaning of the word raptor in English
What does raptor mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
raptor
US /ˈræp.tɚ/
UK /ˈræp.tər/
Noun
1.
a bird of prey, such as an eagle, hawk, falcon, or owl
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The majestic raptor soared high above the mountains.
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We saw a powerful raptor hunting its prey in the field.
2.
a small, agile, bipedal dinosaur of the family Dromaeosauridae, typically having a large, sickle-shaped claw on each foot
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The movie depicted a terrifying pack of raptors.
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Fossil evidence suggests that some raptors may have had feathers.