Definitions

1. noun

A white or light-gray marine mammal of the family Monodontidae, having a distinctive rounded head and a stocky body.

“The beluga whale swam playfully near the boat.”

2. noun

The beluga, a type of fish, is found in the rivers of the northern United States and Canada.

“The angler caught a large beluga in the river.”

3. noun

A type of caviar, especially from the beluga sturgeon, highly valued for its flavor and texture.

“The expensive beluga caviar was served at the luxurious restaurant.”

4. proper noun

Beluga, a town in the Lipetsk Oblast of Russia.

“The city of Beluga is famous for its historic architecture.”