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duck

/dʌk/

CEFR level A2Topic NatureWord #1186 in the learning path

鸭;鸭肉

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Definitions

n. A waterbird with a broad bill, or its meat

鸭;鸭肉

v. Lower your head or body quickly to avoid something

低头躲闪;弯身避开

v. Avoid a difficult question, responsibility, or situation

逃避;回避

Example

A duck paddled past us with several tiny ducklings.

一只鸭子带着几只小鸭从我们身旁游过。

Urban parks with healthy ponds provide valuable habitats for ducks and other wildlife throughout the year.

拥有健康池塘的城市公园全年都能为鸭子和其他野生动物提供宝贵的栖息地。

Collocations

  • wild duck
  • roast duck
  • duck your head
  • duck a question

Word family

  • duckling (n.)

Usage tip

指鸭子时可数,指鸭肉时不可数。

FAQ

What does duck mean?
A waterbird with a broad bill, or its meat Lower your head or body quickly to avoid something Avoid a difficult question, responsibility, or situation
How is duck pronounced?
UK /dʌk/, US /dʌk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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