Goeduck

/ˈɡuːduːk/ noun

Definition

A variant spelling of geoduck; a large clam found on the Pacific coast known for its impressive size and unique appearance.

Etymology

Alternative spelling of 'geoduck,' which comes from the Lushootseed (Native American language) word 'gwe'duc' or similar. The word entered English through contact with Pacific Northwest indigenous peoples. 'Goeduck' is less common than 'geoduck' in modern usage.

Kelly Says

Geoducks (or goeducks) are living fossils that can survive for over 140 years—they're the longest-lived organisms ever studied, making them more ancient than most things in any seafood restaurant!

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