Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
whale
noun
/weɪl/
Definition
A large marine mammal that belongs to the order Cetacea, which includes both whales and dolphins.
Examples
- The blue whale is the largest animal on the planet.
- Whales are known to communicate through complex songs.
- Watching whales breach the surface is an exhilarating experience.
Meaning
Whales are known for their size, intelligence, and social behavior, living in oceans and seas worldwide.
Synonyms
- cetacean
- leviathan
- marine mammal
