coot

• Oiseau aquatique au plumage sombre, à la silhouette proche de celle du canard, qui vole lentement et bas au-dessus de l'eau. Désigne notamment la foulque, mais peut aussi évoquer d'autres oiseaux d'eau de teinte noire ou sombre.

A noun referring to a slate-black, slow-flying waterbird that somewhat resembles a duck.

1. B2formal

   A slate-black waterbird with a white bill and forehead, resembling a duck but with a more rounded body.

   Foulque

   • We saw a coot swimming near the reeds in the pond.
   • Coots are known for their aggressive behavior during nesting season.
   • The coot's distinctive white beak makes it easy to identify.

2. Foolish personB2informal

   An informal term for a foolish or eccentric person, often used affectionately.

   Fou, excentrique

   • Don't be such an old coot!
   • He's a funny old coot who tells wild stories.
   • That crazy coot tried to fix the car with duct tape.

   Synonymescodgercrankdoltfoolgeezernincompoopsimpleton

   Antonymesgeniussage