pinniped

UK
/ˈpɪnɪpɛd/
US
/ˈpɪnɪpɛd/

Translations

pinnipednoun
pinnipeds
pl
UK
/ˈpɪnɪpɛd/
US
/ˈpɪnɪpɛd/
pinnipèdeTerme de zoologie.
The zoo's new exhibit features several species of pinnipeds, including harbor seals and California sea lions.
La nouvelle exposition du zoo présente plusieurs espèces de pinnipèdes, notamment des phoques communs et des otaries de Californie.
Synonyms
pinnipedadjective
UK
/ˈpɪnɪpɛd/
US
/ˈpɪnɪˌpɛd/
Used attributively to describe things relating to pinnipeds; not used in comparative or superlative forms.
pinnipèdeTerme de zoologie.
The biologist presented new findings on pinniped physiology.
Le biologiste a présenté de nouvelles découvertes sur la physiologie pinnipède.

Definitions

pinnipednoun
A member of the group of marine mammals that includes seals, sea lions, and walruses, characterized by their fin-like limbs.
The zoo's new exhibit features several species of pinnipeds, including harbor seals and California sea lions.
pinnipedadjective
Relating to or characteristic of pinnipeds (seals, sea lions, and walruses).
The biologist presented new findings on pinniped physiology.