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estrigiforme . ( Of estrige and -form ). 1. adj. Zool. Says bird of large, rounded head, short, strong and hooked beak, eyes directed forward and claws strong and sharp; e.g., the OWL and the OWL. U t. c. s. 2. f. pl. Zool. Order of these birds, known in classifications already in disuse as raptors night. O RTOGR. ESCR. with may. initial.