wigeon

/'wid n/ Cách viết khác : (wigeon) /'wid n/

Thân thiện

A male wigeon swims on a calm pond with a few other ducks.

Definition

Noun 1. A type of freshwater duck: A medium-sized dabbling duck found in Eurasia and northern Africa, closely related to mallards and teals. It is known for the male's distinctive plumage, often featuring a creamy-yellow forehead and crown.

Examples of Usage

• The pond was frequented by several species, including the wigeon.
• Birdwatchers were excited to spot a male Eurasian wigeon among the flock.
• The wigeon is a social duck, often seen grazing on grasses.

Advanced Usage

• Collective noun: A group of wigeon can be called a "company" or a "bunch" of wigeon.
  • A large company of wigeon settled on the lake for the winter.

Variants and Related Words

• Widgeon: An alternative, equally correct spelling for "wigeon."
• Eurasian wigeon (): The specific species commonly referred to in Europe and Asia.
• American wigeon (): A closely related species found in North America.

Synonyms

• Dabbling duck: A general term for ducks that feed primarily by tipping forward in shallow water, as opposed to diving.
• Freshwater duck: A broad category for ducks that inhabit lakes, rivers, and marshes.

Related Phrases

• Wigeon grass (): A type of aquatic plant that is a common food source for wigeon, though the name refers to the plant, not the bird's behavior.

Học thuật

Noun

1. freshwater duck of Eurasia and northern Africa related to mallards and teals

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