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Webster 1913 Edition
Canvasback
Can′vas-backˊ
,Noun.
(Zool.)
A Species of duck (
Aythya vallisneria
), esteemed for the delicacy of its flesh. It visits the United States in autumn; particularly Chesapeake Bay and adjoining waters; – so named from the markings of the plumage on its back. Definition 2024
canvasback
canvasback
English
Aythya valisineria
Noun
canvasback (plural canvasbacks)
- A North American wild duck, Aythya valisineria, popular as a game bird.
- 1857 The Private Correspondence of Daniel Webster
- Yesterday, I received a great present from Mr. Webster, from Washington; a large basket of canvasback ducks and a large turkey.
- 1857 The Private Correspondence of Daniel Webster
Translations
Aythya valisineria
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