owl[owlowls][aʊl][aʊl]noun
a bird of prey (= a bird that kills other creatures for food) with large round eyes, that hunts at night. Owls are traditionally thought to be wise • An owl hooted nearby. see also barn owl, night owl, tawny owl Word Origin: Old English ūle, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch uil and German Eule, from a base imitative of the bird's call. Example Bank: • I was a night owl when I was younger, but these days I'd rather go to bed early.
