talon
noun
a claw, especially of a bird of prey.
talons
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pluralof talon.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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“She looked so fierce with her powerful sharp beak and large powerful sharp talons, but cared for her chicks so gently and lovingly.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
"Osprey parents are surprisingly tender despite their large size and sharp talons," Maclauchlan said.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
At the same time, bald eagles were rumored to sometimes kidnap human babies and fly away with them in their talons.
From Slate ● Feb. 21, 2026
In owls, for example, touch centers that typically correspond to face touch are devoted solely to talons.
From Science Daily ● May 29, 2024
On his brass buckle, an eagle’s talons grip arrows and an olive branch.
From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
