noun
Duckman
Duckman (noun) means a person who raises ducks, especially for meat or eggs. Example: “The old duckman kept dozens of birds along the riverbank.”
noun
1
A person who raises ducks, especially for meat or eggs.
"The old duckman kept dozens of birds along the riverbank."
name
1
A surname derived from the occupation.
"The Duckman family had farmed poultry for three generations."
How to use Duckman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who keeps or raises ducks; also a surname with the same origin.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Duckmans, duckmen
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Etymology
A compound of duck + man, describing someone whose trade was raising ducks.
Rhymes for Duckman
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What does “Duckman” mean?
The word “Duckman” means a person who raises ducks, especially for meat or eggs. In plain terms, someone who keeps or raises ducks; also a surname with the same origin.
How do you use “Duckman” in a sentence?
Here is “Duckman” used in a sentence: “The old duckman kept dozens of birds along the riverbank.”
What part of speech is “Duckman”?
Depending on how it is used, “Duckman” can be a noun and a name.
How many meanings does “Duckman” have?
“Duckman” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who raises ducks, especially for meat or eggs.
