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an·​a·​tine | \ ˈanəˌtīn \

Definition of anatine

: of or belonging to the surface-feeding ducks of Anas and closely related genera

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First Known Use of anatine

1836, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for anatine

Latin anatinus of a duck, from anat-, anas duck + -inus -ine

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The first known use of anatine was in 1836

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“Anatine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anatine. Accessed 2 Jul. 2022.

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