cachalot

English

/ˈkaʃəlɒt/, /ˈkæ.ʃə.ˌlɑt/

noun
Definitions
  • The sperm whale.

Etymology

Borrowed from French cachalot derived from Portuguese cachalote.

Origin

Portuguese

cachalote

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