baldpate

[bawld-peyt]

noun

baldhead(def 1).
the American widgeon, Anas americana, having a gray head with a white crown.

Origin of baldpate

First recorded in 1570–80; bald + pate

Related formsbald·pat·ed, adjectivebald·pat·ed·ness, noun

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Historical Examples of baldpate

Yes, I'm going to spend the next few months at Baldpate Inn.
Seven Keys to Baldpate
Earl Derr Biggers
Baldpate Inn did not stand tiptoe on the misty mountain-top.
Seven Keys to Baldpate
Earl Derr Biggers
I happened to have a friend involved in the management of Baldpate Inn.
Seven Keys to Baldpate
Earl Derr Biggers
That is why you see me on Baldpate Mountain this chill December morning.
Seven Keys to Baldpate
Earl Derr Biggers
The fellow that's come up to Baldpate Inn to be alone with his thoughts.
Seven Keys to Baldpate
Earl Derr Biggers

British Dictionary definitions for baldpate

baldpate

noun

a person with a bald head
the American wigeonSee wigeon (def. 2)

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