Definition

A young bird, especially a hawk or falcon, that is not yet able to fly and is often taken from its nest for training in falconry.

Example

The falconer carefully trained the eyas to hunt.

Conversation

I saw a documentary about falcons the other day.

Oh really? Did they talk about how they train the eyas?

Yes, they showed how important it is to bond with the eyas early on.

That sounds fascinating! Training them must be quite a challenge.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'eyas' originates from Old French 'eias', meaning a young hawk or falcon. It specifically refers to a nestling or a young bird that has not yet fledged.

Memory Tip

Think of a young bird, specifically a hawk or falcon, when you hear 'eyas' — it helps you remember that this word refers to a young bird.

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