wigeon
What is another word for wigeon? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A wigeon is any of three species of freshwater dabbling duck.
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How to use wigeon
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a flock of wigeons
the Eurasian wigeon
spot a wigeon
The word is a neutral, everyday term used in birdwatching and nature writing.
Etymology
The word entered English in the early sixteenth century, probably from a Middle French word for the same duck. That French word traces back further to an Old French term connected with whining or shouting.
Full origin of wigeon →Frequently asked questions
What is a wigeon?
A wigeon is a freshwater dabbling duck, one of three closely related species found around the world.
Where does the word wigeon come from?
It probably comes from a Middle French word for the duck, which itself derives from an older Old French term linked to whining or shouting.
How many kinds of wigeon are there?
There are three species commonly called wigeon, including the Eurasian wigeon and the American wigeon.
