Definition

Describing a hawk that is equipped with jesses, which are straps used to secure the bird's legs.

Example

The falconer carefully adjusted the jessed hawk's jesses before the flight.

Conversation

Did you see that hawk at the park today?

Yeah, it looked so impressive with its jessed feet.

I wonder if that's standard for all trained birds.

Probably! Those jessed birds must be easier to manage.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'jessed' originates from the Old French 'jesse', meaning a strap or a tether. It refers specifically to a strap used in falconry to secure a bird's leg.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'strap' used to secure a bird in falconry when you remember that 'jessed' means to attach a strap to a bird's leg.

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