bowhead (Meaning)
Wordnet
bowhead (n)
large-mouthed Arctic whale
Webster
bowhead (n.)
The great Arctic or Greenland whale. (Balaena mysticetus). See Baleen, and Whale.
Synonyms & Antonyms of bowhead
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bowhead Sentence Examples
- The bowhead whale is known for its massive, bowed skull, which distinguishes it from other whale species.
- The indigenous people of the Arctic have long relied on the bowhead whale for sustenance.
- Researchers study the migratory patterns of bowhead whales to better understand their behavior.
- The ancient Inuit communities revered the bowhead whale, considering it a symbol of strength and resilience.
- The bowhead whale's thick blubber layer helps it withstand the frigid Arctic waters.
- Conservation efforts aim to protect the dwindling population of bowhead whales from further decline.
- The distinctive call of the bowhead whale echoes through the icy waters of the Arctic.
- Commercial whaling in the past severely depleted the numbers of bowhead whales.
- Scientists are studying the genetics of bowhead whales to uncover insights into their evolutionary history.
- The bowhead whale is one of the longest-living mammals, with some individuals believed to live over 200 years.
FAQs About the word bowhead
large-mouthed Arctic whaleThe great Arctic or Greenland whale. (Balaena mysticetus). See Baleen, and Whale.
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The bowhead whale is known for its massive, bowed skull, which distinguishes it from other whale species.
The indigenous people of the Arctic have long relied on the bowhead whale for sustenance.
Researchers study the migratory patterns of bowhead whales to better understand their behavior.
The ancient Inuit communities revered the bowhead whale, considering it a symbol of strength and resilience.
