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Definition of geoduck

geoduck

/ˈɡuː.i.dʌk/
geo · duck
Plural:geoducks
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geoduck Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

North American A very large, edible burrowing clam native to the coastal waters of western North America, known for its remarkably long, thick siphon.

Example

"During our trip to the Pacific Northwest, we watched harvesters digging for giant geoducks in the tidal mudflats."

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Word Nuance & Usage

The spelling 'geoduck' is highly misleading; it is pronounced 'gooey-duck', reflecting its Native American linguistic origins rather than the English words 'geo' or 'duck'.

• Nearby Words

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gentoo penguin
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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Lushootseed (a Coast Salish language) word 'gʷídəq', which is often translated as 'dig deep', referring to the clam's burrowing behavior in coastal mudflats.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Geoduck. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/geoduck
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