Definition

A male mallard duck or a type of green-eyed horsefly.

Example

The greenhead flew over the pond, searching for food.

Conversation

Did you see that greenhead duck at the park yesterday?

Yeah, it was so vibrant — I've never seen one so close before!

I heard they can be pretty aggressive during mating season.

True, but they're also fascinating to watch when they’re just chilling.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Greenhead is formed from "green" (from Old English "grēne", meaning the color of growing grass or foliage) and "head" (from Old English "heafod", meaning the upper part of the body or a leader). The term "greenhead" refers to a specific type of duck known for its green head, combining the color descriptor with the notion of a prominent feature.

Memory Tip

Think of the color 'green' representing the duck's vibrant head, which is why 'greenhead' describes this particular duck.

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