n. - Any species of raptorial birds of the family Strigidae. They have large eyes and ears, and a conspicuous circle of feathers around each eye. They are mostly nocturnal in their habits.
n. - A variety of the domestic pigeon.
v. i. - To pry about; to prowl.
v. i. - To carry wool or sheep out of England.
v. i. - Hence, to carry on any contraband trade.