Meaning of the word porpoise in English

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porpoise

US /ˈpɔːr.pəs/
UK /ˈpɔːr.pəs/
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Noun

1.

a small toothed whale with a rounded head and a triangular dorsal fin, typically smaller than dolphins and with a more robust body.

Example:
We spotted a pod of porpoises swimming near the coast.
The porpoise is known for its shy nature compared to dolphins.
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