Meaning of the word walrus in English

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walrus

US /ˈwɑːl.rəs/

UK /ˈwɑːl.rəs/

Noun

a large marine mammal of the Arctic Ocean, related to seals and having two large downward-pointing tusks, a mustache of stiff bristles, and a thick hide.

Example:

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The walrus used its tusks to pull itself onto the ice floe.

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Walruses are known for their distinctive whiskers.

Synonym:

sea cow sea horse

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