porpoise

[ˈpɔːpəs]

porpoise Definition

a small toothed whale with a blunt snout and a triangular dorsal fin.

Using porpoise: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "porpoise" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    We saw a porpoise swimming alongside the boat.

  • Example

    Porpoises are often found in shallow coastal waters.

  • Example

    The harbor is home to a large population of porpoises.

porpoise Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for porpoise

Phrases with porpoise

  • the most widely distributed species of porpoise, found in temperate and subarctic waters of the North Atlantic and North Pacific

    Example

    The common porpoise is known for its distinctive triangular dorsal fin.

  • a small porpoise found in coastal waters of the North Pacific and North Atlantic

    Example

    The harbor porpoise is the smallest cetacean found in the North Atlantic.

  • Dall's porpoise

    a species of porpoise found in the North Pacific

    Example

    Dall's porpoise is known for its distinctive black and white markings.

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Summary: porpoise in Brief

A 'porpoise' [ˈpɔːpəs] is a small toothed whale with a blunt snout and a triangular dorsal fin. They are often found in shallow coastal waters and are known for their distinctive triangular dorsal fin. There are different species of porpoises such as the common porpoise, harbor porpoise, and Dall's porpoise.