The word opposite to 'duck' in gender is

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  1. He-duck
  2. Gander
  3. Boar
  4. Drake

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Option 4 : Drake
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The correct answer is: Option 4.

Key Points   

  • The word "duck" commonly refers to a waterfowl, specifically the female of the species. (बत्तख)                  
    • Example: The duck led her ducklings to the pond.   
  • "Drake" refers to a male duck. (नर बत्तख)               
    • Example: The colorful drake swam gracefully on the water.   

Therefore, the correct answer is: Drake.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:   

  • He-duck (नर बत्तख): A colloquial or informal term for a male duck. While descriptive, it's not the specific gender-based term.              
    • Example: I saw a he-duck chasing the female.   
  • Gander (नर हंस): A male goose.                  
    • Example: The gander protected his flock fiercely.   
  • Boar (नर सूअर): An uncastrated male pig.               
    • Example: The wild boar foraged in the forest.   
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