the eagle
Apollo lunar spacecraft
The eagle is the definite form used when referring to a specific eagle already mentioned or known from context: The eagle soared above the canyon.
It also appears in generalizing statements where one eagle stands for all eagles: The eagle is a symbol of power.
In golf, the eagle refers to a score of two under par on a hole just discussed or achieved.
- soarAscend to heights
- fly highRise to great heights
- wingsLimbs for flight
- spread wingsExtend limbs for flight
- talonsHooked bird claws
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