Right Whale (Noun)
Meaning
Large Arctic whalebone whale; allegedly the `right' whale to hunt because of its valuable whalebone and oil.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The North Atlantic right whale is one of the most endangered whales in the world, with only a few hundred individuals remaining in the wild.
- In the 19th century, the North Pacific right whale was hunted extensively for its valuable whalebone and oil, leading to a significant decline in its population.
- Right whales are slow swimmers and tend to stay close to coastal waters, making them an easy target for poachers.
- The Southern right whale is a protected species in many countries, and conservation efforts are in place to help recover its population.
- Historically, the right whale was considered the "right" whale to hunt because of its highly valued products, but today it is recognized as a vulnerable species.