Flipper

usgb/ˈflɪpər/
noun

A broad flat limb without fingers, used for swimming by seals, dolphins, and other sea animals.

The dolphin moved rapidly in the water, using its flippers for navigation.
Visual representation of "flipper" - A broad flat limb without fingers, used for swimming by seals, dolphins, and other sea animals.

Often appears as...

  • pair of flippers
  • dolphin flipper
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Sea Creatures

Used to describe the paddle-like limbs of aquatic animals, especially for swimming.

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The seal's flippers left wet prints on the sand.
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Movement in Water

Refers to how these sea creatures move swiftly in water with their flippers.

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The walrus used its strong flippers to glide through the icy waters.
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Not Hands or Feet

Flippers are not called 'hands' or 'feet,' even though they function similarly for swimming.

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Whales don't have feet; they have tail flippers to propel them.
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