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What does un vieux canard mean in ENglish?

"Un vieux canard" in French literally translates to "an old duck". However, it's often used as a colloquial idiom meaning:

* An old story: Similar to saying "that's an old chestnut" or "that's water under the bridge."

* An old wives' tale: A story that is considered to be untrue or outdated.

* A rumour: An unverified piece of information that is spread by word of mouth.

The specific meaning will depend on the context in which it is used.

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