English Explanatory Dictionary

gadwall

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A common, widespread dabbling duck which breeds in the northern hemisphere (Mareca strepera, syn. Anas strepera).

Word forms

gadwall gadwalls

Etymology

Origin unknown. In use since the 17th century.

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