Synonyms for

Drake

Verb / dreɪk / Another word for drake — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Drake is a male duck or a popular Canadian rapper.

Synonyms & similar words

drake francisdrake sirfrancisdrake bird waterfowl rapper singer musician artist performer entertainer composer songwriter poet lyricist MC emcee chart-topper hitmaker

Synonyms by register

Formal

male duck gander

Informal

guy fella chap

Literary

waterfowl lord of the pond

Antonyms

duckling gosling chick pullet hen female

Common collocations

  • male duck
  • wild drake
  • domestic drake
  • mallard drake
  • drake in flight
  • a lone drake

Word family

noun drake

Usage note

Primarily refers to a male duck. While it can colloquially refer to a man, this usage is dated and uncommon.

Example sentences

  1. The drake was swimming gracefully in the pond.
  2. Drake's new album is amazing.
  3. The drake quacked loudly when I got too close.
  4. I'm going to see Drake in concert next month.
  5. The drake had beautiful feathers.

Quotes

  • 'I'm not confrontational, but if someone challenges, I'm not going to back down.' - Drake
  • 'I'm trying to better than good enough.' - Drake
  • 'I'm not a one-hit wonder, they know all my stuff.' - Drake

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