Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cet
Prefix
/sɛt/
Definition
A prefix used in biology and ecology to refer to whales and other marine mammals.
Examples
- Cetacean studies focus on the behavior and ecology of whales and dolphins.
- The word ‘cetology’ refers to the scientific study of cetaceans.
- Many species of cetaceans are endangered due to habitat loss and hunting.
Meaning
The term ‘cet’ is derived from the Latin word ‘cetus,’ which means whale. It commonly appears in scientific terminology related to cetaceans, a group that includes whales, dolphins, and porpoises.
Synonyms
- marine mammal
- whale
- dolphin
