hauk — meaning in English

English meaning

• hawk noun A medium-sized bird of prey that hunts other animals from the air.

Senses

hauk is used for these senses in English:

• hawk A diurnal predatory bird of the family Accipitridae, smaller than an eagle.
• kestrel Any of various small falcons of the genus Falco that hover while hunting.

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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