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

Examples of sea lion in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Inian Islands, for starters, are one of the most biologically rich places on Earth, with Steller sea lions and bald eagles roaming about. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2026

Under the Marine Mammal Protection Act, collecting parts from a sea lion carcass is strictly prohibited and punishable by up to one year in jail and up to $36,000 in criminal fines. — ABC News, 18 Sep. 2026

One of the most popular areas is the Newport Historic Bayfront, home to the infamous sea lions of Port Dock One—they’re loud, funny, and always trying to find their next place to nap. — Sierra Vandervort, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2026

In recent weeks, dozens of sea lions suffering from domoic acid poisoning have turned up on beaches from Monterey County to Sonoma County. — Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1697, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for sea lion

• heian
• ion
• mayan
• scion
• triune
• amphitryon
• dandelion
• herodian
• hawaiian
• ixion
• mauryan
• orion

Kids Definition

sea lion

noun

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