Merlin
noun
A small bird of prey that is found in the northern parts of the world.
The merlin swooped down to catch its prey.
Often appears as...
- merlin falcon
- merlin bird
noun
A type of powerful engine used in aircraft.
The Spitfire was powered by a Merlin engine.
Often appears as...
- merlin aircraft engine
- rolls-royce merlin
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Technical
noun
A legendary magician or prophet.
Merlin was the advisor of King Arthur in Arthurian legend.
Often appears as...
- merlin the magician
- merlin the wizard
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Approving
Literary
noun
A small bird of prey that is found in the northern parts of the world.
The merlin swooped down to catch its prey.
Often appears as...
- merlin falcon
- merlin bird
noun
A type of powerful engine used in aircraft.
The Spitfire was powered by a Merlin engine.
Often appears as...
- merlin aircraft engine
- rolls-royce merlin
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A legendary magician or prophet.
Merlin was the advisor of King Arthur in Arthurian legend.
Often appears as...
- merlin the magician
- merlin the wizard
Usage tips
Approving
Literary
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Bird Species
A merlin is a specific type of falcon, smaller than others, so don't confuse it with larger birds of prey.
The merlin's agility makes it a fierce hunter despite its size.
Pro Tip 2/3Habitat Mention
Reference to merlins usually implies a northern or colder climate, which is part of their natural habitat.
In the snowy forests of Canada, the merlin is a common sight.
Pro Tip 3/3Conservation Status
Being a wild bird, discussions about merlins may involve ecology and conservation themes.
Conservation efforts are crucial for maintaining stable merlin populations.
Pro Tip 1/3Bird Species
A merlin is a specific type of falcon, smaller than others, so don't confuse it with larger birds of prey.
The merlin's agility makes it a fierce hunter despite its size.
Pro Tip 2/3Habitat Mention
Reference to merlins usually implies a northern or colder climate, which is part of their natural habitat.
In the snowy forests of Canada, the merlin is a common sight.
Pro Tip 3/3Conservation Status
Being a wild bird, discussions about merlins may involve ecology and conservation themes.
Conservation efforts are crucial for maintaining stable merlin populations.
Pro Tip 1/3Bird Species
A merlin is a specific type of falcon, smaller than others, so don't confuse it with larger birds of prey.
The merlin's agility makes it a fierce hunter despite its size.
Pro Tip 2/3Habitat Mention
Reference to merlins usually implies a northern or colder climate, which is part of their natural habitat.
In the snowy forests of Canada, the merlin is a common sight.
Pro Tip 3/3Conservation Status
Being a wild bird, discussions about merlins may involve ecology and conservation themes.
Conservation efforts are crucial for maintaining stable merlin populations.
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Jack Youngblood
American Athlete
Merlin really taught me how to concentrate, that you play each play as if it were the only play. And if you put all the plays together like that, then you'll come out on top.
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Colin Morgan
Irish Actor
Merlin was five years of my life. I enjoyed every year, every day. I had a brilliant time on it. But I'd be lying if I didn't say I wanted to do more.
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Colin Morgan
Irish Actor
Merlin is the unsung hero who is often responsible for things turning out positively, but rarely gets credit for that.
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Elliot Knight
British Actor
Merlin is, in the terms of the world of magic, one of the most intriguing and powerful characters.
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Colin Morgan
Irish Actor
Merlin was very definitely supposed to be an old man guiding the young Arthur to the throne.
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Jack Youngblood
American Athlete
Merlin really taught me how to concentrate, that you play each play as if it were the only play. And if you put all the plays together like that, then you'll come out on top.
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Colin Morgan
Irish Actor
Merlin was five years of my life. I enjoyed every year, every day. I had a brilliant time on it. But I'd be lying if I didn't say I wanted to do more.
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Colin Morgan
Irish Actor
Merlin is the unsung hero who is often responsible for things turning out positively, but rarely gets credit for that.
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Elliot Knight
British Actor
Merlin is, in the terms of the world of magic, one of the most intriguing and powerful characters.
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Colin Morgan
Irish Actor
Merlin was very definitely supposed to be an old man guiding the young Arthur to the throne.
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