FISHHAWK

Fish"hawk`, n. (Zoöl.)

Definition: The osprey (Pandion haliaëtus), found both in Europe and America; -- so called because it plunges into the water and seizes fishes in its talons. Called also fishing eagle, and bald buzzard.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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CURE

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According to WorldAtlas, Canada is the only non-European country to make its top ten list of coffee consumers. The United States at a distant 25 on the list.

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