Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

foca

Noun
/foʊ.kə/
Definition
A foca is a mammal that lives mostly in cold waters and has a streamlined body, flippers, and a thick layer of blubber for insulation.
Examples
  • The foca swam gracefully through the icy waters.
  • I saw a foca resting on the rocks during my trip to the coast.
  • Focas are known for their playful behavior and intelligence.
Meaning
In English, ‘foca’ refers to the animal known as ‘seal.’
Synonyms
  • Seal
  • Phocidae