narw

/ˈnɑːrwɔːl/

Definitions

1. noun

a large Arctic whale with a distinctive tusk protruding from its upper jaw, the male of which has a spiraling tusk that can grow up to 10 feet long.

“The narwhal swam through the icy waters of the Arctic, its unique tusk visible above the surface.”

Synonyms

  • Arctic whale
  • unicorn of the sea

Antonyms

  • land animal
  • tuskless mammal