sea lion

noun

: any of several Pacific eared seals (such as genera Eumetopias and Zalophus) that are usually larger than the related fur seals and lack a thick underfur

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Even back on board, the show continues after dark, with pelicans and reef sharks drawn to the yacht’s lights and sea lions sometimes clambering onto the aft deck. Rachel Ingram, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025 Take a whale-watching tour to spot humpback whales, gray whales, otters, and sea lions. Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025 One of the most popular activities is snorkeling with sea lions at Los Islotes, where the playful creatures twirl through the water, curiously interacting with visitors. Uncruise Adventures, AFAR Media, 3 Sep. 2025 Or visit the Central Park Zoo (East 64th St), a short walk from Sheep Meadow, to see penguins and sea lions. Emma Caldwell, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sea lion

Word History

First Known Use

1697, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sea lion was in 1697

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“Sea lion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sea%20lion. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

sea lion

noun
: any of several large Pacific seals that have small ears on the outside of the body

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