HAWK (2)

Hawk (ha̤k), v. i. [imp. & p. p. Hawked (ha̤kt); p. pr. & vb. n. Hawking.] 1. 1. To catch, or attempt to catch, birds by means of hawks trained for the purpose, and let loose on the prey; to practice falconry.
A falconer Henry is, when Emma hawks. Prior. 2. 2. To make an attack while on the wing; to soar and strike like a hawk; — generally with at; as, to hawk at flies. Dryden.
A falcon, towering in her pride of place, Was by a mousing owl hawked at and killed. Shak.