sea lion
Definition of sea lion
: 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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First Known Use of sea lion
1697
SEA LION Defined for English Language Learners
sea lion
Definition of sea lion for English Language Learners
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: a large seal that lives near coasts in the Pacific Ocean
SEA LION Defined for Kids
sea lion
Definition of sea lion for Students
: a large seal of the Pacific Ocean
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