otary

/əˈtɛri/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of bird, specifically a bird of the family Anatidae that is a waterbird similar to a duck, but with a more elongated body.

“The otary waded through the shallow waters of the marsh, its long neck scanning for food.”

Synonyms

  • duck
  • waterfowl

Antonyms

  • terrestrial bird