First Known Use: 1885
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Pekin
noun Pe·kin \pi-ˈkin, ˈpē-ˌ\
Definition of PEKIN
: any of a breed of large white ducks of Chinese origin used for meat production
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Origin of PEKIN
Pekin, Peking (Beijing), China
Pekin
geographical name Pe·kin \ˈpē-kən, -ˌkin\
Definition of PEKIN
city N cen Illinois SSW of Peoria pop 33,857
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