Note 206 — Chapter XIX · THE SAKER[196] FALCON (F. Cherrug)
D. C. (Douglas Craven) Phillott translation
These two feathers are apparently called by the Arabs rudāfạ. This word is the plural of radīf which literally signifies “to ride pillion.” In m. c. it is the name given by Persians and Turks to the “Army Reserve.” Vide also page 73, note 305.