cetaceous

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or being a cetacean, an aquatic mammal that breathes air and bears live young.

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Variants

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cetacean , cetaceans , cetaceous

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Etymology

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From Greek ketos 'whale' + -aceous 'like'.

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Trivia

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1. Cetaceans are the largest animals on Earth.

2. Some species of cetaceans, like the orca or killer whale, are actually the largest members of the dolphin family.

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Related Concepts

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1. cetacean: A marine mammal that is a member of the order Cetacea, which includes whales, dolphins, and porpoises.

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Culture

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Cetaceans are a popular subject in various forms of art, literature, and media due to their large size, intelligence, and graceful movements. They have been depicted in mythology and folklore as sea monsters or mermaids' companions.

How to Memorize "cetaceous"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large aquatic mammal, such as a whale, breaching the surface of the water to take a breath. Visualize its sleek body and powerful tail.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'cetaceous' with 'whale' or 'dolphin' to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'CETACEAN' to remember the order name: Cetacea, which includes whales, dolphins, and porpoises.

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