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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

porpoise

/pɔːrˈpaɪz/ noun · British & US
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What does porpoise mean?

noun

A small toothed whale that is closely related to the dolphin, typically found in temperate and tropical waters. Porpoises are often confused with dolphins, but they have a more robust body and a triangular dorsal fin.

Example

"The porpoise swam quickly through the waves, its dorsal fin slicing through the water."

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