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orca

/ˈɔːr.kə/

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noun

B1formalcommon/ˈɔːr.kə/

A predatory black-and-white toothed whale with a large dorsal fin, commonly found in cold seas.

  • 🇷🇺Хищный черно-белый зубатый кит с большим спинным плавником, обычно обитающий в холодных морях.
  1. Marine mammal B1 formal

    A large, predatory, black-and-white toothed whale with a prominent dorsal fin, commonly found in cold seas.

    • The orca is known for its striking black and white coloration.
    • Orcas are highly intelligent and social animals.
    • We spotted a pod of orcas hunting near the shore.

    🇷🇺Морское млекопитающее

    Synonyms: blackfishgrampuskiller whale

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