wigeon

noun

wi·​geon ˈwi-jən 

variants or widgeon

plural wigeon or wigeons or widgeon or widgeons

: any of several freshwater ducks (genus Mareca): such as

a

: an Old World duck (M. penelope) having a large white patch on each wing with the male having a reddish-brown head and buff crown

b

: american wigeon

Examples of wigeon in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For example some wigeon or divers mixed along the side of a mallard spread can help the rig be more visible and realistic. —Joe Arterburn, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024

Along the way around Lake Murray, walkers can take in wildlife, such as migrating American wigeon and Canada geese, which congregate near the lake’s recreation area. —Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Jan. 2024

Gadwall and wigeon are some of the most under appreciated puddle ducks. —Ryan Chelius, Outdoor Life, 1 Mar. 2021

An Eurasian wigeon in Seekonk, three cattle egrets in Fairhaven and a Western tanager and a late chimney swift in Mansfield. —Isabela Rocha, BostonGlobe.com, 29 Oct. 2022

Word History

Etymology

origin unknown

First Known Use

1508, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing wigeon

• American wigeon

Kids Definition

wigeon

noun

wi·​geon

variants or widgeon

ˈwij-ən 

plural wigeon or wigeons or widgeon or widgeons

: any of several freshwater ducks with a large white patch on each wing