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Definition of Anatiferous

1. a. Producing ducks; -- applied to Anatifæ, under the absurd notion of their turning into ducks or geese. See Barnacle.

Definition of Anatiferous

1. Adjective. Producing ducks. Formerly used of barnacles, since it was believed that they produced ducks and geese. ¹

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Medical Definition of Anatiferous

1. Producing ducks; applied to Anatifae, under the absurd notion of their turning into ducks or geese. See Barnacle. Origin: L. Anas, anatis, a duck. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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