kleenebok

/klɪˈniːvɒk/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare or obsolete term for a type of bird, particularly a type of duck or goose.

“The ornithologist was studying the behavior of a kleenebok in the wild.”

2. proper noun

A surname of Dutch origin, possibly referring to a place name or a personal name.

“Jan Kleenebok was a Dutch merchant who traveled to Asia in the 17th century.”

Synonyms

  • duck
  • goose
  • waterfowl

Antonyms

  • land animal
  • mammal