humpback
noun/ˈhʌmpbæk/
Frequency rank: #15,578 most common English word
Meaning
A large whale with a rounded back and long flippers, known for its acrobatic leaps and complex songs.
Example sentence
The tourists were thrilled to see humpback swimming close to their boat.
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