Synonyms
Etymology

1. kestrel

noun. small North American falcon.

Etymology

  • castrel (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • cresserelle (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))

2. kestrel

noun. small Old World falcon that hovers in the air against a wind.

Etymology

  • castrel (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • cresserelle (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))