buzzard
0 antonyms and opposites of buzzard, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A broad-winged bird of prey in the hawk family.
Etymology
From Old French busard, likely from Latin buteo ("hawk").
Full origin of buzzard →Frequently asked questions
What does “buzzard” mean?
The word “buzzard” means a broad-winged bird of prey in the hawk family. In plain terms, a type of hawk-like bird; informally in American English, a cranky old person.
How do you pronounce “buzzard”?
“Buzzard” is pronounced BUH-zuhd (/ˈbʌzɚd/ in IPA).
How do you use “buzzard” in a sentence?
Here is “buzzard” used in a sentence: “A buzzard circled slowly above the field.”
What is another word for “buzzard”?
Words with a similar meaning to “buzzard” include buteo, broadwing, turkey vulture and vulture.
What part of speech is “buzzard”?
“Buzzard” is a noun.
Where does the word “buzzard” come from?
The word “buzzard” comes from Latin. From Old French busard, likely from Latin buteo ("hawk").
How many meanings does “buzzard” have?
“Buzzard” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a broad-winged bird of prey in the hawk family.