anseriformes

/ɑnˈsɛrɪfɔːrmiːz/

Definitions

1. noun

an order of large wading birds that includes geese and ducks

“The anseriformes are a diverse group of waterfowl.”

2. adjective

relating to or characteristic of anseriformes

“The anseriformes habitat is typically found near water.”

Synonyms

  • ducks
  • geese
  • waterfowl

Antonyms

  • land birds
  • terrestrial birds