greylag

/'greilæg/
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greylag

A greylag goose swims peacefully on a small pond.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A common grey wild goose of Europe; ancestor of many domestic breeds: The greylag is a species of large, grey-feathered wild goose native to Europe and parts of Asia. It is known for being the primary ancestor of most domesticated goose breeds.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The greylag is often seen in wetlands and marshes.
    • Farmers historically captured greylags to domesticate them.
    • A flock of greylags flew overhead in a V-formation.
Advanced Usage
  • "Greylag goose": The full, more formal name for the species.
    • The greylag goose (Anser anser) has a distinctive orange bill.
Variants and Related Words
  • Greylag goose (n): The complete common name for the species .
  • Anser anser (n): The scientific (Latin) name for the greylag.
Synonyms
  • Wild goose (general term)
  • Grey goose (descriptive term)
Related Phrases
  • Greylag population: Refers to the number or group of these geese in a specific area.
    • Conservation efforts aim to protect the local greylag population.
greylag

A greylag goose swims peacefully on a small pond.

Noun
  1. common grey wild goose of Europe; ancestor of many domestic breeds

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