Aerie vs. Eyrie — What's the Difference?

The nest of a bird, such as an eagle, built on a cliff or other high place.

Variants of aerie.

A house or stronghold perched on a height.

The nest of a bird of prey.

Alternative form of eyrie

Any high and remote but commanding place.

A local chapter of the Fraternal Order of Eagles.

The nest of a bird of prey or other large bird that builds in a lofty place; aerie.

The nest of a bird of prey, as of an eagle or hawk; also a brood of such birds; eyrie. Shak. Also fig.: A human residence or resting place perched like an eagle's nest.

The lofty nest of a bird of prey (such as a hawk or eagle)

The lofty nest of a bird of prey (such as a hawk or eagle)

Any habitation at a high altitude

Any habitation at a high altitude