orca
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Noun — The killer whale, a large black-and-white marine mammal related to dolphins.
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Etymology
From Latin orca, meaning both "cask" and "a kind of whale" — the exact link between those two senses is unclear.
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What does “orca” mean?
The word “orca” means the killer whale, a large black-and-white marine mammal related to dolphins. In plain terms, the proper name for the killer whale.
How do you pronounce “orca”?
“Orca” is pronounced AW-kuh (/ˈoɹkə/ in IPA).
How do you use “orca” in a sentence?
Here is “orca” used in a sentence: “A pod of orcas circled the boat, hunting for seals.”
What part of speech is “orca”?
“Orca” is a noun.
Where does the word “orca” come from?
The word “orca” comes from Latin. From Latin orca, meaning both "cask" and "a kind of whale" — the exact link between those two senses is unclear.