bowhead
2 synonyms for bowhead, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A large baleen whale with a big, rounded head that lives in Arctic waters.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
bowhead whale
Greenland right whale
How to use bowhead
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
bowhead whale
Arctic bowhead
pod of bowheads
It is a straightforward, neutral term used in everyday and scientific writing alike.
Etymology
Formed from bow plus head, referring to the whale's large, rounded head.
Full origin of bowhead →Frequently asked questions
What is a bowhead whale?
It is a large baleen whale, Balaena mysticetus, known for its big rounded head, that lives in Arctic waters.
Why is it called a bowhead?
The name simply joins bow and head, pointing to the whale's large, rounded head.
Where do bowhead whales live?
They live in Arctic waters.
