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owlish

UK
/ˈaʊlɪʃ/
US
/ˈaʊlɪʃ/

Translations

owlishadjective
more owlish
Comp.
most owlish
Super.
UK
/ˈaʊlɪʃ/
US
/ˈaʊlɪʃ/
hibouesqueRare, littéraire; se dit d’une allure, d’un regard ou d’une expression rappelant un hibou, souvent avec une nuance de gravité ou de sagesse.
His owlish expression made him look much older and wiser than his years.
Son expression hibouesque le faisait paraître bien plus âgé et plus sage que son âge.
Synonyms
wise
sagacious
insightful
perceptive
intelligent

Definitions

owlishadjective
Resembling or characteristic of an owl, especially in appearance or demeanor, often suggesting wisdom or solemnity.
His owlish expression made him look much older and wiser than his years.
Having large, round eyes that are reminiscent of an owl's eyes.
The child looked up at her with an owlish gaze, her eyes wide and curious.
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