falconry

noun

fal·​con·​ry ˈfal-kən-rē 

ˈfȯl-,

 also  ˈfȯ-kən-

1

: the art of training hawks to hunt in cooperation with a person

2

: the sport of hunting with hawks

Examples of falconry in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

After a morning at their award-winning spa, there are plenty of activities such as falconry, horse riding, fishing, or afternoon tea in the drawing rooms. —Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025

Visitors can watch an eagle hunter demonstration, learn about the region’s history of falconry, shop for art and textiles, depart for a nearby overnight homestay, or set off horseback riding—activities that the center can arrange. —AFAR Media, 25 Apr. 2025

At the final stop in Malta, travelers can learn the art of falconry from a local expert, tour Villa Bologna, and attend a musical parade thrown in their honor. —Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 18 Feb. 2025

Gleneagles Hotel offers activities like falconry and archery, and has three championship golf courses. —Nina Kokotas Hahn, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2023

Word History

First Known Use

1575, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

falconry

noun

fal·​con·​ry ˈfal-kən-rē 

ˈfȯl-,

 also  ˈfȯ-

1

: the art of training hawks to hunt in cooperation with a person

2

: the sport of hunting with hawks