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duck4

Syllabification: (duck)
Pronunciation: /dək/
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Definition of duck

noun

  • a strong linen or cotton fabric, used chiefly for casual or work clothes and sails.
  • (ducks) pants made of duck fabric.

Origin:

mid 17th century: from Middle Dutch doek 'linen, linen cloth'; related to German Tuch 'cloth'

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