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smew (smyo̵̅o̅)

noun

a small Eurasian merganser (Mergus albellus), the male of which has a white crest

Etymology: var. of smee, akin to obs. Du sme(ente), MHG smiche, kind of small duck

smew Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • see: Also a few Smew seen on Sabla Lake and the Bourgas Lakes. [ No eagles seen.

Adjective modifier

  • red-headed: One male and seven red-headed smew were also present.
  • several: Also present: several smew, a scaup and a female hen harrier.

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