Duckers

/ˈdʌkərz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of ducker; multiple people or animals that duck, dodge, or avoid things.

Etymology

From 'duck' (the action) plus agent suffix '-er,' then pluralized with '-s.' The term can refer to any beings that perform the ducking action.

Kelly Says

Boxers and martial artists are expert 'duckers'—their ability to make tiny head movements to slip incoming punches without falling back or jumping away is what separates champions from ordinary fighters.

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