Meaning of the word dolphin in English

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dolphin

US /ˈdɑːl.fɪn/
UK /ˈdɑːl.fɪn/
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Noun

1.

a small toothed whale that has a beaklike snout and a curved fin on the back. Dolphins are typically marine and gregarious, and many species are noted for their intelligence and playful behavior.

Example:
We saw a pod of dolphins swimming alongside our boat.
Dolphins are known for their intelligence and complex social structures.
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