Rouen
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Noun — A large, heavyset breed of domestic duck, originally bred in France, prized for its meat and colouring rather than egg-laying.
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Etymology
Named after Rouen, the French city where the breed was developed, itself from Latin Rotomagus.
Full origin of Rouen →Frequently asked questions
What does “Rouen” mean?
The word “Rouen” means a large, heavyset breed of domestic duck, originally bred in France, prized for its meat and colouring rather than egg-laying. In plain terms, a heavy, colourful duck breed named after the French city it comes from.
How do you use “Rouen” in a sentence?
Here is “Rouen” used in a sentence: “The farm kept a pair of Rouen ducks alongside its laying hens.”
What part of speech is “Rouen”?
“Rouen” is a noun.
Where does the word “Rouen” come from?
The word “Rouen” comes from Latin. Named after Rouen, the French city where the breed was developed, itself from Latin Rotomagus.
