# atlantic walrus

**Pronunciation:** ətˈlæntɪk ˈwɔːlrəs · at-LAN-tik WAWL-rus

**Part of speech:** noun

## Meaning

A subspecies of walrus found in the coastal areas of the North Atlantic Ocean, characterized by its large size and prominent tusks used for hauling itself onto ice.

## Examples

- Conservationists are working to protect the remaining populations of the Atlantic walrus from the impacts of climate change.
- The Atlantic walrus spends much of its life in shallow waters where it can easily reach the seafloor to feed on clams.
- Historical records indicate that the Atlantic walrus was once hunted extensively for its ivory and blubber.

## Synonyms

- walrus — The general term for the species.
- pinniped — A scientific term for the group including seals and walruses.

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