1. a waterbird with webbed feet, a broad flat bill, and feathers that repel water
2. the meat of a duck used as food

1. to lower your head or body quickly to avoid something
2. to avoid or evade something unpleasant
Usage: informal

Examples

• The ducks swam peacefully across the pond.
• We fed bread crumbs to the ducks at the park.
• The restaurant serves roasted duck with orange sauce.
• She had to duck to avoid hitting her head on the low branch.
• He ducked behind the car when he saw his ex-girlfriend.
• The politician tried to duck the reporter’s difficult questions.
• Duck down quickly before they see you!