noun / verb

quack

The characteristic call of a duck, or making that sound.

The duck quacks beside the pond.

Etymology

An imitation of a duck's call. It should not automatically inherit the ancestry of quack, an unqualified practitioner.

More examples

  • We heard a loud quack from the reeds.
  • Several ducks quacked as we approached.
  • The toy made a hollow quack when squeezed.

Forms

quack · quacks · quacked · quacking

Similar words

call
The broader animal sound.
cackle
A different harsh repeated bird sound.