duckling
Translation
duckling
Examples
The duckling followed its mother.
The duckling followed its mother.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) duckling a young duck The duckling followed its mother.
Similar Words
Synonyms: chick (general term for a baby bird)
Etymology
From 'duck' + the diminutive suffix '-ling', meaning 'small' or 'young'.
Memory Tips
The '-ling' suffix means 'little one,' so a duckling is a 'little duck.'