Meaning of the word orcas in English

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orcas

US /ˈɔːr.kəz/
UK /ˈɔː.kəz/

Plural Noun

a marine mammal, also known as a killer whale, that is the largest member of the oceanic dolphin family

Example:
The pod of orcas swam gracefully through the clear blue water.
Orcas are known for their intelligence and complex social structures.
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