Definition of "dolphin"
Kid-friendly meaning of dolphin, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.
What does "dolphin" mean?
dolphin (noun) — a smart sea animal that breathes air and lives in oceans.
Example sentences using "dolphin"
Grade K–2
A dolphin swims fast.
Grade 3–5
Dolphins talk to each other using clicks and whistles under the water.
Grade 6–8
A dolphin uses a built-in sonar system called echolocation to find fish in murky water, sending out clicks and listening for the bounce-back to map its surroundings.
Words that rhyme with "dolphin"
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