Definition

A type of bird that lives in the wild, often found near water, including species like ducks and geese.

Example

During the migration season, many wildfowl can be seen flying over the lake.

Conversation

Have you ever gone hunting for wildfowl before?

No, I haven't, but it sounds like a lot of fun!

Yeah, I heard it's quite an adventure, especially during the season.

I can imagine! It must be exciting to see all the different wildfowl.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Wildfowl is formed from "wild" (from Old English *wild*, meaning untamed or free) and "fowl" (from Old English *fugel*, meaning bird). The word refers to birds that are untamed or not domesticated, typically found in natural habitats.

Memory Tip

Think of 'wild' meaning untamed and 'fowl' meaning bird — together, they describe birds that are free and not domesticated.

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