dolphin
dolphin
Noun
pl: dolphins
This term evokes a sense of playfulness, intelligence, and harmony with nature. It is most frequently used in biological contexts to describe the social and cognitive capabilities of cetaceans, often carrying a positive emotional connotation of friendliness and curiosity. In heraldry, the term refers to a stylized representation rather than a biological one. This usage is highly formal and specific to the study of coats of arms, where the image serves as a symbolic marker of status or regional identity.
Meanings
Noundolphin
A highly intelligent aquatic mammal of the order Cetacea, characterized by a streamlined body, a dorsal fin, and the ability to communicate using sonar.
"The dolphins leaped gracefully through the wake of the boat."