dolphin
noun/ˈdɑlfɪn/
Frequency rank: #6,258 most common English word
Meaning
a highly intelligent marine mammal known for its playful behavior and communication abilities.
Example sentence
The children cheered when dolphin leaped out of the water at the aquarium show.
Synonyms & related words
- porpoise
- cetacean
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