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dorsal fin

/ˈdɔːrsəl fɪn/

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/ˈdɔːrsəl fɪn/B2formalscientific
  • ruПлавник, расположенный на спине рыбы, акулы или морского млекопитающего, используемый для устойчивости и управления при плавании.

The fin located on the back of a fish, shark, or marine mammal, used for stability and steering while swimming.

  1. Anatomical structureB2formal

    The fin located on the back of a fish, whale, or dolphin that helps with stability and steering in water.

    ruАнатомическая структура

    • The shark's dorsal fin cut through the water's surface.
    • Dolphins use their dorsal fin to maintain balance while swimming.
    • The size and shape of the dorsal fin can help identify different species of fish.