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Vocabulary Entry
orca
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A large, powerful marine mammal, also known as the killer whale, known for its black-and-white coloring.
Example Sentences
"The orca swam gracefully through the waves."
"Researchers are studying the social behavior of orcas in the wild."
"An orca can weigh up to 6 tons and travel in pods."
V
verb
To pursue or hunt as an orca would do.
Example Sentences
"The dolphins orcaed through the sea, mimicking the hunting behavior of their larger cousins."
"In the documentary, the crew filmed how the orcas orcaed their prey."
"They watched as the skilled fishermen orcaed their catch, mimicking the majestic movement of the whales."