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shelduck

shel·duck [ shél dùk ] (plural shel·ducks or shel·duck)


noun 
Definition:
 
large European duck: a large thick-set, often brightly colored or variegated duck with a thick beak. Native to: Europe, Asia.  Genus Tadorna.

[Early 18th century. Alteration of sheldrake after duck1]
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