Owl

Webster's Dictionary of the English Language

·noun A variety of the domestic pigeon.

II. Owl ·vi To carry wool or sheep out of England.

III. Owl ·vi Hence, to carry on any contraband trade.

IV. Owl ·vi To pry about; to Prowl.

V. Owl ·noun Any species of raptorial birds of the family Strigidae. They have large eyes and ears, and a conspicuous circle of feathers around each eye. They are mostly nocturnal in their habits.

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Owl
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Easton's Bible Dictionary
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Owl
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Dictionary of Australasian Words Phrases and Usages by Edward E. Morris
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not born in the woods to be scared by an owl
Too much used to danger, or threats, to be easily frightened. I just puts my finger to my nose, and...

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