Langimage
English

aeries

|aer-ies|

C1

🇺🇸

/ˈɛriz/

🇬🇧

/ˈɪəriz/

(aery)

bird of prey's nest

Base FormPlural
aeryaeries
Etymology
Etymology Information

'aery' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aeria,' where 'aer-' meant 'air.'

Historical Evolution

'aeria' transformed into the Old French word 'aire,' and eventually became the modern English word 'aery' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a place in the air,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a bird's nest high in a tree or cliff.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a nest of a bird of prey, such as an eagle or hawk, typically built high in a tree or on a cliff.

The eagle's aeries were perched high on the cliffside.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/05/18 11:51