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Definition of scaup

scaup

/skɔːp/
scaup
Plural:scaups
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• noun

1

Any of several diving ducks of the genus Aythya, native to the Northern Hemisphere, typically characterized by a broad, bluish bill, a dark head and chest, and a preference for coastal or large inland waters.

Example

"We spotted a massive raft of greater scaup resting on the open bay during their winter migration."

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• Rhymes for scaup

• Nearby Words

scatterplot
scattershot
scatty
scaup
scavenge
scavenger
sceloglaux

Word Origin & Etymology

From late 16th-century Scottish English 'scaup' or 'scalp', meaning a bank of shellfish or mussels, referring to the duck's frequent habit of diving to feed on bivalve mollusks.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Scaup. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/scaup
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