delphinidae
Definition
- Noun:
- A family of marine mammals: "Delphinidae" is the scientific family name for a group of marine mammals commonly known as oceanic dolphins. This family is distinct from other dolphin-like creatures, such as river dolphins or porpoises.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Delphinidae family includes well-known species like the bottlenose dolphin and the orca.
- Marine biologists study the social structures within Delphinidae.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic classification: Used in scientific contexts to specify the biological family.
- The common dolphin belongs to the family Delphinidae.
Variants and Related Words
- Delphinid (noun/adjective): A member of the Delphinidae family; relating to this family.
- The delphinid population in this region is thriving.
Synonyms
- Oceanic dolphins: The common name for members of this family.
- True dolphins: A term sometimes used to distinguish them from other similar animals.
Notes on Meaning
- Scientific vs. Common Usage: In everyday language, "dolphin" often refers to any small, toothed whale with a beak-like snout. However, in precise biological terms, "Delphinidae" refers specifically to the family that excludes river dolphins (Platanistidae) and porpoises (Phocoenidae).
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