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Noun bowhead has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebBowheadNoun: 1. A large and robust baleen whale (Balaena mysticetus) found in Arctic and subarctic regions. Sample sentence: The bowhead whale is known for its massive size and its ability to break through sea ice. 2. A type of sourdough bread typically made with whole wheat flour and honey. Sample sentence: I love to have a slice of freshly baked bowhead with my morning coffee. Adjective: 1. Pertaining to or characteristic of the Inuit or Eskimo people. Sample sentence: The bowhead harpoon is an essential tool for the indigenous people of the Arctic. 2. (Local) The city of Barrow, Alaska, which was renamed Utqiaġvik in 2016. Sample sentence: The Bowhead Hotel in Utqiaġvik offers stunning views of the Arctic Ocean. | ||||
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