humpback

Meanings

• noun

  A large marine mammal with a distinctive hump on its back and long pectoral fins. It is also known as the 'great whale' or 'Megalodontidae'.

  - "The humpback whale is known for its acrobatic displays."
  - "Humpback whales can be found in all oceans."

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Synonyms

crookback , hunchback

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with humpback
jumpback , rumpack , dumplack

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Variants

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humpback , humpbacks , humpback whale , humpback whales , humpback dolphin , humpback dolphins

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Etymology

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The name 'humpback' comes from the hump on the back of these whales.

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Trivia

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1. Humpback whales can hold their breath for up to 45 minutes.

2. They are known for their complex and beautiful songs, which can last up to 30 minutes.

3. Humpback whales were once hunted to near extinction, but populations have since recovered due to hunting restrictions.

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Related Concepts

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1. Baleen whale: Humpback whales are baleen whales, which means they filter food from the water using baleen plates instead of teeth.

2. Whale watching: Humpback whales are popular targets for whale watching due to their acrobatic displays and distinctive appearance.

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Culture

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Humpback whales have been a source of inspiration in literature, art, and music. In Hawaiian culture, the humpback whale is known as 'Kohola' and is considered a symbol of good luck and prosperity.

How to Memorize "humpback"

1. visualize
   

   - To memorize the term 'humpback', visualize a large whale with a hump on its back.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'humpback' with the image of a whale jumping out of the water.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Huge Hump on Back, Humpback Whale' to remember the name.

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