jesses

[US]/ˈdʒɛsɪz/
[UK]/ˈdʒɛsɪz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.straps used on a hawk's legs; a personal name; Jess
vt.to tie a hawk's legs

Phrases & Collocations

jesses on

jesses off

jesses attached

jesses removed

jesses adjusted

jesses tightened

jesses loosened

jesses secured

jesses inspected

jesses replaced

Example Sentences

the falconer carefully adjusted the jesses on the bird's legs.

jesses are essential for controlling a trained raptor.

he tied the jesses securely to prevent the hawk from escaping.

after the hunt, the jesses were checked for wear and tear.

she learned how to put on the jesses without harming the bird.

the jesses were made of soft leather for the bird's comfort.

he carefully removed the jesses before releasing the falcon.

every falconer has a unique way of tying the jesses.

jesses can be customized to fit different species of birds.

he explained the importance of jesses in falconry.

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