Faucre

/ˈfoʊ.kər/ noun

Definition

An archaic or obsolete term for a falconer; someone who practices falconry.

Etymology

An older English variant spelling of 'falconer,' from Old French roots similar to 'fauconnier.' This spelling fell out of use as English spelling became standardized in later centuries.

Kelly Says

The word 'faucre' is basically a ghost word from Middle English—it shows how the same profession had multiple names in different regions and time periods, and how spelling wasn't standardized back then.

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