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Eyrie:

Definition:

A noun that refers to a nest or dwelling place of an eagle or a bird of prey, typically built on a lofty peak or cliff.

Sense 1:

As a noun, eyrie can refer to a mountainous or elevated dwelling place of a bird of prey.

Example sentence: The majestic eagle built its eyrie on top of the towering cliff.

Sense 2:

As a noun, eyrie can also be used metaphorically to describe a high and inaccessible place.

Example sentence: The artist's studio, perched on the top floor, felt like an eyrie with its breathtaking views of the city.

Sense 3:

As an adjective, eyrie is used to describe something relating to an eyrie or resembling its characteristics.

Example sentence: The hikers reached the eyrie-like summit after a challenging climb.

Sense 4:

As a verb, eyrie can mean to build or inhabit an eyrie.

Example sentence: The pair of hawks eyried in the ancient oak tree near the river.

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