Meaning & use
talons
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The sharp, curved claws of a bird of prey, used for gripping and killing prey.
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The eagle's talons closed around the fish in a single swift motion.
Scientists study how a hawk's talons generate such powerful gripping force.
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Specifically refers to birds of prey (eagles, hawks, owls), not the claws of mammals or other animals.
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