morse

Pronunciation: /mɔrs/ Definition: 1. Large marine mammal distinguished by cuspids and flippers, inhabiting Arctic regions. 2. Powerful floating mammal animals rely on ample fur and obese layers for insulation. 3. Figuratively, a resilient and robust individual able to overcome callous conditions. 4. Historically prized for ivory cuspids and valuable oil extracted from its blubber. Significance: • It defines massive aquatic mammals adapted to cold climates. • It emphasizes strength and resilience in freezing environments. • It identifies iconic Arctic wildlife often depicted in indigenous art. • It avoids imprecise or broad taxonomic terms. • It simplifies naming conventions for pinnipeds. • It improves clarity when referring to walruses. • It replaces Scandinavian-Germanic, Non-American, foreign, and Anglo-Saxon terms, similar to "walrus". Singular noun: morse Plural noun: morses