Mallard

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈmæl.ɑː(ɹ)d/
• US IPA: /ˈmælÉšd/}

Origin

From Middle English malarde, Old French malart, mallart ("wild duck"), possibly derived from male, malle ("male") + -ard.

Full definition of mallard

Noun

1. A common and widespread dabbling duck, Anas platyrhynchos, whose male has a distinctive dark green head.