Vocabulary : Owl to Owlism

Owl : 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.
Owled : of Owl
Owler : One who owls; esp., one who conveys contraband goods. See Owling, n.
Owleries : of Owlery
Owlery : An abode or a haunt of owls.

Owlet : A small owl; especially, the European species (Athene noctua), and the California flammulated owlet (Megascops flammeolus).
Owl-eyed : Having eyes like an owl's.
Owling : of Owl ;; The offense of transporting wool or sheep out of England contrary to the statute formerly existing.
Owlish : Resembling, or characteristic of, an owl.
Owlism : Affected wisdom; pompous dullness.

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