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Definition of Poachard

1. n. A common European duck (Aythya ferina); -- called also goldhead, poker, and fresh-water, or red-headed, widgeon.

Medical Definition of Poachard

1. A common European duck (Aythya ferina); called also goldhead, poker, and fresh water, or red-headed, widgeon. The American redhead, which is closely allied to the European poachard. Red-crested poachard, an Old World duck (Branta rufina). Scaup poachard, the scaup duck. Tufted poachard, a scaup duck (Aythya, or Fuligula cristata), native of Europe and Asia. Origin: From Poach to stab Alternative forms: pocard, pochard. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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