estrigiforme.
(Of estrige and -form).
1. adj. Zool. Says bird of large, rounded head, short, strong and hooked beak, eyes directed forward and claws strong and sharp; e.g., the OWL and the OWL. U t. c. s.
2. f. pl. Zool. Order of these birds, known in classifications already in disuse as raptors night.
ORTOGR. ESCR. with may. initial.
