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smew

Pronunciation: /smjuː/
Definition of smew

noun

  • a small migratory merganser (diving duck) of northern Eurasia, the male of which has white plumage with a crest and fine black markings.
    • Mergus albellus, family Anatidae

Origin:

late 17th century: obscurely related to Dutch smient 'wigeon' and German Schmeiente 'small wild duck'

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