peregrine
6 synonyms and 1 antonym for peregrine, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The peregrine falcon, a fast-flying bird of prey known for its steep hunting dives.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
The peregrine falcon, a fast-flying bird of prey known for its steep hunting dives.
“A peregrine can reach speeds of over 200 miles per hour when diving.”
Etymology
From Latin peregrinus, "foreign, coming from abroad" — the same root that gives us "pilgrim".
Full origin of peregrine →Frequently asked questions
What does “peregrine” mean?
The word “peregrine” means the peregrine falcon, a fast-flying bird of prey known for its steep hunting dives. In plain terms, most commonly refers to the peregrine falcon; as an adjective it describes something that wanders or roams.
How do you pronounce “peregrine”?
“Peregrine” is pronounced PEH-ruhg-reen (/ˈpɛɹəɡɹin/ in IPA).
How do you use “peregrine” in a sentence?
Here is “peregrine” used in a sentence: “A peregrine can reach speeds of over 200 miles per hour when diving.”
What is another word for “peregrine”?
Words with a similar meaning to “peregrine” include outlander and strangeling.
What part of speech is “peregrine”?
Depending on how it is used, “peregrine” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “peregrine” come from?
The word “peregrine” comes from Latin. From Latin peregrinus, "foreign, coming from abroad" — the same root that gives us "pilgrim".
How many meanings does “peregrine” have?
“Peregrine” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the peregrine falcon, a fast-flying bird of prey known for its steep hunting dives.
