wildfowling

noun

wildfowl·​ing "+iŋ How to pronounce wildfowling (audio)
plural -s
: the hunting of wildfowl as a sport or occupation

Word History

Etymology

wildfowl + -ing

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“Wildfowling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wildfowling. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

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