smew

English
Mergellus albellus, a smew.

Etymology

Origin unknown. In use since the 17th century.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈsmjuː/
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  • Rhymes: -uː

Noun

smew (plural smews)

  1. A small compact diving duck, Mergellus albellus, that breeds in the northern taiga of Europe and Asia and winters on sheltered coasts or inland lakes.

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