adj, adv ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Similar to a duck, or a characteristic of a duck.

   "a ducklike bill"

Adverb

1. 1
   in the manner of a duck; as, to walk ducklike postpositional, usually

Etymology

From duck + -like.

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