1. false or unfounded rumors or stories, especially ones deliberately spread to deceive
Usage: plural of canard
2. ducks, especially when prepared as food
Usage: culinary; French origin

Examples

• The newspaper published several canards about the politician’s past.
• These canards about the company’s finances proved to be completely false.
• The restaurant’s specialty was canards prepared in traditional French style.
• Don’t believe those canards spreading on social media.
• The chef ordered fresh canards from the local farm.
• Political canards often circulate during election season.