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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.

Hypernyms

  • Whalebone Whale
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