haukka — meaning in English

English meaning

• falcon noun A fast-flying bird of prey with long pointed wings, often trained for hunting.
• hawk noun A medium-sized bird of prey that hunts other animals from the air.
• kite noun A bird of prey with long wings and a forked tail, known for gliding and soaring.
• shark noun A large predatory fish with a skeleton made of cartilage rather than bone, known for its rows of sharp teeth.

Senses

haukka is used for these senses in English:

• falcon Any bird of the genus Falco, all of which are birds of prey.
• kestrel Any of various small falcons of the genus Falco that hover while hunting.
• kite A bird of prey of the family Accipitridae.
• shark (informal) A relentless and resolute person or group, especially in business.

hawk — full definition

1. noun A medium-sized bird of prey that hunts other animals from the air.
2. noun A person who supports an aggressive or forceful stance, especially in politics or economics.
3. verb To sell goods, especially in public, often calling out to draw attention.
4. verb To clear the throat noisily, often to bring up phlegm.

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