narwal (Meaning)
Wordnet
narwal (n)
small Arctic whale the male having a long spiral ivory tusk
Webster
narwal (n.)
See Narwhal.
Synonyms & Antonyms of narwal
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narwal Sentence Examples
- The narwhal's distinctive tusk, a modified tooth protruding from its upper left jaw, gives it its unique appearance.
- The narwhal's tusk, which can grow up to 10 feet long, is highly sensitive and serves as a sensory organ.
- Narwhals are found in Arctic and sub-Arctic waters, primarily in the Baffin Bay and adjacent areas.
- A group of narwhals is known as a "pod," and they typically consist of individuals of similar age and sex.
- The narwhal's tusk is used for hunting and social display, as males with longer tusks are more attractive to females.
- Narwhals are opportunistic feeders that prey on a variety of fish, squid, and shrimp.
- The narwhal's closest relatives are the beluga and the bowhead whale.
- Narwhals are vulnerable to climate change, as the loss of sea ice affects their feeding and mating habits.
- The narwhal's tusk has long been prized by humans for its perceived medicinal and ornamental value.
- Despite conservation efforts, narwhal populations are declining due to climate change, pollution, and overhunting.
FAQs About the word narwal
small Arctic whale the male having a long spiral ivory tuskSee Narwhal.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The narwhal's distinctive tusk, a modified tooth protruding from its upper left jaw, gives it its unique appearance.
The narwhal's tusk, which can grow up to 10 feet long, is highly sensitive and serves as a sensory organ.
Narwhals are found in Arctic and sub-Arctic waters, primarily in the Baffin Bay and adjacent areas.
A group of narwhals is known as a "pod," and they typically consist of individuals of similar age and sex.
