Definition
| • | Any species of raptorial birds of the family Strigidae. They have large eyes and ears, and a conspicuous circle of feathers around each eye. They are mostly nocturnal in their habits. |
| • | A variety of the domestic pigeon. |
| • | To pry about; to prowl. |
| • | To carry wool or sheep out of England. |
| • | Hence, to carry on any contraband trade. |
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