Hawk
Pronunciation: /ˈhɔːk/
Hawk (noun)
- A bird with sharp claws and beak, known for hunting small animals.
- A person who supports strong military action or policies.
Examples
- The hawk soared high above the fields.
- A hawk can spot its prey from a great distance.
Common collocations: soaring hawk, hawk's talons, hawk's prey, political hawk, hawkish stance
Hawk (verb)
- To sell goods in a forceful or persistent way.
Examples
- Street vendors hawk their goods to passersby.
- He hawked his wares at the market every weekend.