Definition of owl

• n. - 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.
• n. - A variety of the domestic pigeon.
• v. i. - To pry about; to prowl.
• v. i. - To carry wool or sheep out of England.
• v. i. - Hence, to carry on any contraband trade.