goosander

/gu:'sændə/

Thân thiện

A goosander dives into a clear river to catch a fish.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A species of large diving duck: The goosander is a type of fish-eating duck, specifically the common merganser (Mergus merganser) found in Europe and North America. It is characterized by a long, slender, serrated bill, a crested head, and, in males, a dark green head and white body.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • We spotted a goosander diving for fish in the river.
  • The male goosander is easily identified by its dark head and white breast.

Advanced Usage

• As a collective noun: While not a standard collective term, a group of goosanders can be referred to as a "flock" or, more specifically for diving ducks, a "paddling" or "raft" of goosanders.
  • A raft of goosanders floated on the lake.

Variants and Related Words

• Merganser (n): The broader genus name for sawbill ducks, which includes the goosander.
  • The hooded merganser is a smaller relative of the goosander.

Synonyms

• Common merganser: The primary synonym, being the bird's standard common name.
• Sawbill: A colloquial name referring to the serrated edges of its bill, which help it grip fish.

Related Phrases

• "To fish like a goosander": An informal, descriptive phrase implying skilled, diving fishing behavior.
  • He can fish like a goosander, always coming up with a catch.

Học thuật

Noun

1. common merganser of Europe and North America

Từ đồng nghĩa

• mergus merganser