This is the 6503rd most frequent Dutch word.
uyl
Owl.
In this sentence, 'uil' refers to the bird species, owl.
De uil vliegt hoog boven de bomen.
The owl flies high above the trees.
Here, 'uil' is used figuratively to symbolize wisdom, as owls are commonly associated with this trait in mythology.
Het schilderij toont een uil als symbool van wijsheid.
The painting depicts an owl as a symbol of wisdom.
In this context, 'uil' is used as a character within a narrative setting, giving the owl anthropomorphic qualities.