Duckling

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Duckling

Duckling (/ˈdʌklɪŋ/) is a term used to refer to a young duck. The term is derived from the Middle English 'dukling', which is a diminutive of 'duke', the Old English term for 'duck'.

Etymology

The term 'duckling' has its roots in the Middle English language. The word 'dukling' was used to refer to a young duck, with 'duk' being the Old English term for 'duck' and '-ling' being a diminutive suffix. The term has been in use since the 14th century.

Related Terms

  • Duck: An adult duckling is referred to as a duck. Ducks are waterfowl that are smaller than their relatives, the swans and geese.
  • Fledgling: This term is used to refer to a young bird that has grown enough to acquire its initial flight feathers. A duckling becomes a fledgling when it is ready to fly.
  • Hatchling: A hatchling is a very young bird that has just hatched from its egg. A duckling is a hatchling before it grows feathers and becomes capable of walking and swimming.
  • Brood: A brood refers to a family of ducklings that are being cared for by their mother.

Pronunciation

The term 'duckling' is pronounced as /ˈdʌklɪŋ/.

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