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Vocabulary Entry
whale
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A large marine mammal belonging to the order Cetacea, known for its typically large size and elongated body.
Example Sentences
"The whale leaped out of the water, creating a massive splash."
"Whales can migrate thousands of miles between feeding and breeding grounds."
"Some species of whale are known for their complex songs."
V
verb
To hunt or catch whales for food or other products.
Example Sentences
"They used to whale in the Arctic waters during the summer months."
"Before it was banned, many countries would whale for oil."
"Her ancestors would whale along the coasts, following the migrations."