haggard

Definitions


[ˈhaɡəd], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- looking exhausted and unwell, especially from fatigue, worry, or suffering
(e.g: she was pale and haggard)

- (of a hawk) caught for training as a wild adult of more than twelve months


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Origin:
mid 16th century (used in falconry): from French hagard; perhaps related to hedge; later influenced by hag


[ˈhaɡəd], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a haggard hawk


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Origin:
mid 16th century (used in falconry): from French hagard; perhaps related to hedge; later influenced by hag




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