- plural of talon.
talons
Example Sentences
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At the same time, bald eagles were rumored to sometimes kidnap human babies and fly away with them in their talons.
From Slate ● Feb. 21, 2026
It can weigh as much as 5½ pounds with a wingspan of nearly 5 feet and have large, powerful talons.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 21, 2025
On their right, the nails are like talons, sharpened to a menacing point.
From BBC ● May 30, 2025
In owls, for example, touch centers that typically correspond to face touch are devoted solely to talons.
From Science Daily ● May 29, 2024
The swab low looked down at its wrinkled talons, narrowing its eyes.
From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill
