goshawk

noun

1. large hawk of Eurasia and North America used in falconry

   noun.animal

   Synonyms accipiter gentilis

   Source: WordNet 3.0

2. Any large hawk of the genus <i>Astur</i>, of which many species and varieties are known. The European (<i>Astur palumbarius</i>) and the American (<i>A. atricapillus</i>) are the best known species. They are noted for their powerful flight, activity, and courage. The Australian goshawk (<i>A. Nov&aelig;-Hollandi&aelig;</i>) is pure white.

   noun

   Source: webster1913