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1. (n.) canvasback
a North American duck, Aythya valisineria, the male of which has a whitish back and a reddish brown head and neck.
Etymology: (1775–85, Amer.)
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1. (noun) canvasback, canvasback duck, Aythya valisineria
North American wild duck valued for sport and food
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1. (noun) canvasback
a Species of duck (Aythya vallisneria), esteemed for the delicacy of its flesh. It visits the United States in autumn; particularly Chesapeake Bay and adjoining waters; -- so named from the markings of the plumage on its back
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