Meaning of narwhal in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈnɑrˌ(h)wɑl/

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  1. Noun

    narwhal

    Etymology

    mid 17th century: from Dutch narwal, Danish narhval, based on Old Norse nár‘corpse’, with reference to skin color

    Definitions

    1. small arctic whale the male having a long spiral ivory tusk

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