PHOCINE


Meaning of PHOCINE in English

[ 'fəʊsʌɪn ]

■ adjective Zoology relating to the true seals (family Phocidae).

Origin

C19: from mod. L. Phocinae (subfamily name), from Gk phōkē 'seal'.

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