Hammerhead

usgb/ˈhæmərhed/
noun

A kind of shark with a wide flat head.

The hammerhead shark is known for its unique head shape.
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Often appears as...

  • hammerhead shark
  • hammerhead species
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Unique Head

The term emphasizes the shark’s distinct head shape, resembling a hammer.

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The hammerhead looks unlike any other species in the ocean.
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Shark Species

Used when talking about the wider species or studying ocean life.

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Divers explored the reef to observe hammerhead behavior.
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Underwater Context

Appropriate in contexts related to the marine environment and wildlife.

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She wrote a thesis on hammerhead habitats.
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