Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
drake
noun
/dreɪk/
Definition
A male duck.
Examples
- The drake swam gracefully across the pond.
- In the spring, the drakes display bright colors to attract female ducks.
- Our backyard is visited by a drake every morning.
Meaning
The term ‘drake’ specifically refers to a male of the duck species, distinguished from female ducks, which are referred to as hens.
Synonyms
- male duck
