duckbill

[duhk-bil]

noun

1. platypus.

Word History and Origins

Origin of duckbill¹

First recorded in 1550–60; duck ¹ + bill ²

Example Sentences

Fossils of duckbill dinosaurs are so common in North America that paleontologists often just ignore them.

From Scientific American

But it would be a mistake to dismiss the perforated rubber duckbills as just a player in the ugly/comfy shoe trend.

From New York Times

A duckbill dinosaur jawbone found in Morocco means that dinosaurs crossed a large body of water to reach Africa.

From Scientific American

I had in my hand a duckbill shovel.

From Washington Post

Also, Mike Harris hunts for the skull of a duckbill, and Jared Hudson uncovers the remains of an ancient reptile.

From Los Angeles Times