Alternate drop service is where two (or three) menu dishes are chosen by the hosts in advance. People are served each meal, alternatively I.e. Chicken, beef, chicken, beef etc. Generally diners are free to swap meals on their table if someone else is willing. Alternate drop is commonly used in Australia and New Zealand and it's quite popular at large events instead of buffet style or basic menu options for each guest. Vegetarian guests, or those with dietary needs usually receive a different meal.

Anatidaephobia is defined as a pervasive, irrational fear that one is being watched by a duck. The anatidaephobic individual fears that no matter where they are or what they are doing, a duck watches.

Anatidaephobia is derived from the Greek word "anatidae", meaning ducks, geese or swans and "phobos" meaning fear.