Meaning & use
Merlin
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A small, swift falcon native to the Northern Hemisphere, known for hunting small birds in fast, low flight.
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A merlin darted low over the hedgerow in pursuit of a sparrow.
Falconers have prized the merlin for centuries for its speed and agility.
A note on using this word
Though best known today as the name of the legendary wizard, merlin is also the common name of a real bird of prey, Falco columbarius.
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