Meaning of the word canard in English

What does canard mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

canard

US /kəˈnɑːrd/
UK /ˈkæn.ɑːd/
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Noun

an unfounded rumor or story

Example:
The story about the hidden treasure turned out to be a complete canard.
He dismissed the accusation as a baseless canard.