noun
talon
TA-luhn
noun
1
A sharp, curved claw belonging to a bird of prey or other predator.
"The eagle snatched the fish with its talons."
"The cat's talons left scratches on the door."
How to Use Talon
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA sharp claw, especially on a bird of prey like an eagle or hawk.
Common pairings
sharp talons
sink its talons into
Word Forms
talons plural
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Etymology
From Old French talon, meaning "heel" or "spur," ultimately from Latin talus, meaning "ankle."