saker

noun2

1. •
   A falcon (Falco cherrug) native of Southern Europe and Asia.
2. •
   A medium cannon slightly smaller than a culverin developed during the early 17th century.

   • This place of strength vvas furnished of sixe great peeces, demi-Culuerins, and Sakers, vvhich shot directlie in front vpon vs as vve approched. — 1589