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    Duckling

    /ˈdʌklɪŋ/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A young duck.
    The mother duck led her ducklings to the pond for their first swim.
    A term of endearment or a nickname for someone who is cute or innocent.
    She called her little sister 'duckling' because of her sweet nature.
    A young or inexperienced person.
    As a new employee, she felt like a duckling trying to navigate the busy office.

    Etymology

    Derived from Middle English 'dokeling', a diminutive form of 'duck'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    duckling in distress
    A young duck that is in trouble or needs help.
    sitting duck
    Someone or something that is an easy target.
    like a duck to water
    Someone who is well-suited for a situation.

    Related Words

    duck
    A waterbird with a broad blunt bill, short legs, and webbed feet.
    drake
    A male duck.
    quack
    The characteristic sound made by a duck.

    Slang Meanings

    A term used for someone who is inexperienced or naive.
    He’s just a little duckling at his first job.
    Referring to someone childish or endearing.
    She’s acting like a duckling with that cute outfit.