pintail duck

US/ˈpɪnˌteɪl ˈdʌk/

noun

Any of a group of dabbling ducks, all in genus Anas, having a characteristic pointed tail.

Meanings

nounpintail duck (plural pintail ducks)

plural pintail ducks

  1. Any of a group of dabbling ducks, all in genus Anas, having a characteristic pointed tail.
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