short-finned
|short-finned|
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/ˈʃɔrt ˌfɪnd/
🇬🇧
/ˈʃɔːt ˌfɪnd/
having short fins
Etymology
Etymology Information
The word 'short-finned' is formed in English by combining 'short' (meaning 'not long') and 'finned' (having fins).
Historical Evolution
'Short-finned' is a compound adjective created in modern English to describe animals with relatively short fins.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it simply described the physical trait of having short fins, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having short fins, especially in comparison to related species or types.
The short-finned pilot whale is smaller than the long-finned pilot whale.
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Last updated: 2025/08/04 09:25