: a falcon (Falco biarmicus) of southern Europe, southwestern Asia, and Africa
specifically: a female lanner
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the WebSan Diego Two lanner falcons show off their skills while a pair of playful platypuses begin a new chapter at the zoo.Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2022 Lanners estimates the report will be ready to present to the City Council by the end of July. Nicholas Sakelaris, star-telegram.com, 23 May 2017
Word History
Etymology
Middle English laner, from Anglo-French laner, lanier