What is another word for pochard?

Pronunciation: [pˈɒt͡ʃəd] (IPA)

Pochards are diving ducks and there are several synonyms that describe them. Some common synonyms for pochards include redhead, canvasback, scaup, and tufted duck. These names are based on the specific characteristics of the duck, such as the color of its head or the shape of its bill. The redhead, for instance, has a bright red head and is commonly found in North America. The canvasback, on the other hand, has a distinctive sloping profile with a dark brown head and red eyes. The scaup are medium-sized ducks with rounded heads and bluish bills, while tufted ducks have a tuft of feathers on their heads. Each of these synonyms accurately describes a different species of pochard.

Synonyms for Pochard:

What are the hypernyms for Pochard?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Pochard?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for pochard (as nouns)

What are the holonyms for Pochard?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.

Usage examples for Pochard

M. in the boat got within range of some confiding pochard, and we on shore got a few by flukes.
"From Edinburgh to India & Burmah"
William G. Burn Murdoch
The pochard are good to eat here.
"From Edinburgh to India & Burmah"
William G. Burn Murdoch
There proved to be several varieties of duck among the countless flocks which I saw, notably mallard, teal, pochard, and shoveller.
"A Holiday in the Happy Valley with Pen and Pencil"
T. R. Swinburne

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