1. wild birds, especially ducks, geese, and swans, that are hunted for sport or food

Examples

• The hunters went to the marsh early in the morning to hunt wildfowl.
• Ducks and geese are common types of wildfowl found in this wetland area.
• The nature preserve provides a safe habitat for migrating wildfowl.
• Many restaurants serve wildfowl during hunting season.
• The lake attracts thousands of wildfowl each winter.
• Birdwatchers gathered to observe the wildfowl in their natural environment.