ring-necked duck
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of ring-necked duck
An Americanism dating back to 1825–35
Example Sentences
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Look for the northern shoveler, the ring-necked duck and the gadwall.
From New York Times ● Jun. 6, 2023
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