Generic name for Italians, used largely during the second world war by the British.

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.

1. Slang for Italian person. Not a sweet thing to say, but used among friends at times.

Derogatory term for Italians, used most commonly in the United Kingodom