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manatee
This term refers specifically to the West Indian manatee and its close relatives, often evoking a sense of gentleness and docility. It is frequently used in environmental and conservation contexts to discuss habitat protection and the dangers of boat strikes in shallow waters.
While often confused with the dugong, the manatee is distinguished by its rounded, paddle-shaped tail. In casual conversation, the nickname "sea cow" is common, reflecting the animal's herbivorous diet and slow pace.
Meanings
Examples
The manatee floated peacefully in the warm spring water.
Look over there, I think I see a manatee swimming near the shore.
Manatees are often called sea cows because they graze on seagrass.
I wonder if that manatee is friendly enough to let me get closer.
The rescue center is treating a manatee with a propeller injury.
We spent the afternoon snorkeling with a manatee in the crystal clear bay.
The slow movements of the manatee make it look almost weightless in the water.