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talon vs claw

claw vs talon

talon and claw both are nouns.

talon is not a verb while claw is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
talon Yes No No No
claw Yes No Yes No
As nouns, claw is a hypernym of talon; that is, claw is a word with a broader meaning than talon:
  • talon: a sharp hooked claw especially on a bird of prey
  • claw: sharp curved horny process on the toe of a bird or some mammals or reptiles
talon (noun) claw (noun)
a sharp hooked claw especially on a bird of prey sharp curved horny process on the toe of a bird or some mammals or reptiles
a bird's foot
a grasping structure on the limb of a crustacean or other arthropods
a mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something
talon (verb) claw (verb)
attack as if with claws
scratch, scrape, pull, or dig with claws or nails
clutch as if in panic
move as if by clawing, seizing, or digging
Difference between talon and claw

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