Meaning of the word peregrine in English

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peregrine

US /ˈper.ə.ɡrɪn/

UK /ˈper.ə.ɡrɪn/

a powerful falcon (Falco peregrinus) with a dark back and a striped breast, found worldwide and noted for its speed.

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The peregrine falcon is the fastest bird in the world.

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We spotted a peregrine soaring high above the cliffs.

traveling or wandering; migratory.

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His peregrine lifestyle led him to many remote corners of the world.

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The ancient texts describe a peregrine journey across vast deserts.

Synonym:

wandering traveling migratory nomadic itinerant

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