walrus
nounfeminine/ˈmɔɾsɐ/low
mor·sa
Definition
A large marine mammal (Odobenus rosmarus) of Arctic regions, related to seals and sea lions, having long tusks and whiskers.
The walrus hauled itself onto the ice floe.
Walrus tusks are made of ivory.
Common collocations
Arctic walruswalrus tusksherd of walruseswalrus skin
Etymology
Do russo 'morž', possivelmente através do francês 'morse' ou do inglês 'walrus'.