Ducks are not as long-lived as geese. The average life span of a domestic duck is 10 years or less. As a general rule, the larger breeds of duck have the shortest life spans. Seldom do they live beyond five to seven years of age.
1. of or pertaining to the side; situated at, proceeding from, or directed to a side: a lateral view. 2. pertaining to or entailing a position, office, etc., that is different but equivalent or roughly equivalent in status, as distinguished from a promotion or demotion: a lateral move.ateral is and adjective, with the meanings of 1) of or pertaining to the side 2) coming from the side 3) aimed towards the side 4) moving from side to side, moving in a sideways manner. blapath Â· 9 years ago. Thumbs up. 2. Thumbs down. 0. Comment. Add a comment.
While a lateral move may not heavily affect pay, the lateral move is often accompanied by a small increase in pay. Increased, or at least, changed responsibility, and the ability to influence broader organizational decision making may also occur with a lateral move. A lateral move raises the status of the employee who receives the lateral move. The move is a visible sign of esteem from the employer that they are developing the employee and preparing him or her for bigger and better opportunities.