otter
word
Definition
An otter is a small, playful animal that lives near water and has thick fur, webbed feet, and a long tail. It is known for swimming, sliding, and eating fish.
Usage & Nuances
'Otter' refers only to the animal, not to any tools or slang. It can describe various species (river, sea otter). Common in nature documentaries. Do not confuse with 'beaver' or 'seal'.
Spanish: nutria (animal) - nutria de ríoPortuguese (BR): lontraPortuguese (PT): lontraChinese (Simplified): 水獭Chinese (Traditional): 水獺Hindi: ऊदबिलावArabic: ثعلب الماءBengali: উদবিলাউRussian: выдраJapanese: カワウソVietnamese: rái cáKorean: 수달Turkish: su samuruUrdu: اود بلاؤIndonesian: berang-berang
Example Sentences
The otter is swimming in the river.
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An otter has thick fur to keep it warm.
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Children watched the otter play by the pond.
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Did you know an otter can use rocks to break open shellfish?
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I saw an adorable family of otters at the zoo yesterday.
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If you’re lucky, you might spot an otter while hiking near the river.
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