Meaning
A sharp, hooked claw of a bird of prey or other predatory animal.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
From Middle English talon, taloun, from Old French talon (“heel, spur”), from Medieval Latin tālōnem, from Proto-Romance *tālōnis, from Latin tālus (“ankle”).
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 7 recorded puzzles: