Dolphin: meaning, definitions and examples

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dolphin

 

[ หˆdษ’l.fษชn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

marine animal

A dolphin is a highly intelligent marine mammal known for its playful behavior and social nature. Dolphins belong to the family Delphinidae and are found in oceans and rivers around the world. They are recognized for their distinctive curved dorsal fin and often engage in acrobatic displays above water.

Synonyms

cetacean, marine mammal, playful creature

Examples of usage

  • The dolphin leaped out of the water.
  • A pod of dolphins swam alongside the boat.
  • Many people enjoy watching dolphins at aquariums.

Translations

Translations of the word "dolphin" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น golfinho

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเฅ‰เคฒเฅเคซเคผเคฟเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Delfin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ikan lumba-lumba

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะตะปัŒั„ั–ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ delfin

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚คใƒซใ‚ซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dauphin

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ delfรญn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yunus

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋Œ๊ณ ๋ž˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏูˆู„ููŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ delfรญn

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ delfรญn

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆตท่ฑš

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ delfin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ smรกfiskur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดะพะปั„ะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒ”แƒšแƒคแƒ˜แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ delfin

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ delfรญn

Etymology

The word 'dolphin' originates from the Ancient Greek word 'delphis', which is derived from 'delphus', meaning 'womb'. This connection likely arises due to the mammal's reproductive characteristics, as it gives live birth and nurses its young, similar to terrestrial mammals. Over time, the term entered Latin as 'delphinus' before making its way into Old French and then into Middle English in the 14th century. Dolphins have been celebrated in various cultures for their intelligence and friendly behavior, often depicted in myths and stories, symbolizing grace and harmony in the sea. Their significance to human societies has led to numerous studies and conservation efforts aimed at understanding and protecting these remarkable creatures.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,889, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.