dolphin

Meanings

• noun

  A large aquatic mammal with a beak-like snout and a sleek streamlined body. They are highly social and intelligent, often seen leaping out of the water.

  - "Dolphins are known for their playful behavior."
  - "The dolphin is a popular symbol of intelligence and grace."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈdɑlfɪn/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈdɑlfɪn/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

mereswine , sea goose , sea pig

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with dolphin
hymn , gym , limb , swim , glim

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Variants

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dolphin , dolphins , dolphinfish , dolphinfishes , dolphin striker , dolphin strikers , bottle-nosed dolphin , bottle-nosed dolphins , bottlenose , bottlenose dolphin , bottlenose dolphins , humpback dolphin , humpback dolphins , Risso's dolphin , Risso's dolphins , river dolphin , river dolphins , spinner dolphin

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Etymology

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From Old English 'dolfyn', probably derived from the Proto-Germanic 'delb-' meaning 'delve' and '-fin' meaning 'fin'.

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Trivia

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1. Dolphins are the most intelligent animals after humans.

2. They can hold their breath for up to 30 minutes.

3. Dolphins communicate with each other using clicks and body movements.

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Related Concepts

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1. Cetacean: Dolphins belong to the order Cetaceans, which also includes whales and porpoises.

2. Marine mammal: Dolphins are marine mammals, which means they live in water but give birth to live young and nurse them with milk.

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Culture

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Dolphins have been revered in many cultures throughout history. In ancient Greece, they were associated with Apollo, the god of the sun and music. In Polynesian mythology, the dolphin is believed to be a god or a messenger from the gods. In modern times, dolphins are often used in entertainment and conservation efforts.

How to Memorize "dolphin"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a dolphin jumping out of the water, its sleek body glistening in the sunlight. Visualize its beak-like snout and its powerful, flipping tail.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'dolphin' with 'intelligence' and 'grace'. Think of them as playful and social animals.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Dolphins Delight In Leaping High' to remember the word 'dolphin'.

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