whales

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whales Definition

• 1. any of the larger marine mammals of the order Cetacea, especially as distinguished from the smaller dolphins and porpoises, having a fishlike body, forelimbs modified into flippers, and a head that is horizontally flattened
• 2. something big, great, or fine of its kind

Using whales: Examples

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

• Example

  The blue whale is the largest animal on earth.

• Example

  Whales are known for their songs and vocalizations.

• Example

  The whaling industry has caused a significant decline in whale populations.

whales Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for whales

• cetacean
• orca
• baleen whale
• toothed whale
• sperm whale

Phrases with whales

• a whale of a time

  a very enjoyable or exciting experience

  Example

  We had a whale of a time at the amusement park.

• to be a whale

  to be an important or influential person

  Example

  He's a whale in the tech industry.

• white whale

  a rare, elusive, or highly valued object or goal

  Example

  For years, he searched for the perfect vintage car, his white whale.

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Summary: whales in Brief

Whales [hweylz, weylz] are large marine mammals with a fishlike body, flippers, and a horizontally flattened head. They are known for their songs and vocalizations, but have suffered a significant decline in population due to whaling. The phrase 'a whale of a time' refers to a very enjoyable experience, while 'to be a whale' means to be an important person.