Definition

A type of diving duck known for its distinctive yellow eyes and rounded head, found in northern regions.

Example

We spotted a goldeneye swimming gracefully on the lake during our birdwatching trip.

Conversation

Did you see that rare goldeneye duck at the park yesterday?

No, I missed it! What did it look like?

It had a beautiful green head and those striking yellow eyes.

Wow, I need to go check it out — I love watching ducks!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'goldeneye' is formed from 'golden' (from Old English 'geolu', meaning yellow or gold) and 'eye' (from Old English 'eage', meaning eye). The term 'goldeneye' refers to a type of duck known for its distinctive golden-colored eye.

Memory Tip

Think of the color 'gold' ('golden') and the word for 'eye' ('eage') to remember that 'goldeneye' describes a duck with a golden eye.

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