L'aigle (en. The eagle)

/lɛɡl/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Bird of prey from the family Accipitridae, recognizable by its hooked beak and powerful talons.
The golden eagle is one of the largest birds of prey.
L'aigle royal est l'un des plus grands oiseaux de proie.
Symbol of power, often used in coats of arms.
The eagle is emblematic of the United States.
L'aigle est emblématique des États-Unis.
Military units or emblems featuring an eagle.
The Roman legions carried an eagle as a standard.
Les légions romaines portaient un aigle comme étendard.

Etymology

From Latin 'aquila', meaning eagle.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sea eagle
Aquatic bird, known for its fishing ability.
aigle de mer
an eagle in the sky
A person who observes carefully or is vigilant.
un aigle dans le ciel

Related Words

eaglets
Similar birds of prey.
aiglons

Slang Meanings

Used to refer to a perceptive person.
He is really an eagle when it comes to detecting lies.
Il est vraiment un aigle quand il s'agit de détecter les mensonges.
Expresses power or dominance in a situation.
He always asserts himself like an eagle in debates.
Il s'impose toujours comme un aigle dans les débats.