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manatee

/məˈniː/ noun · British & US
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What does manatee mean?

noun

A large, slow-moving aquatic mammal that lives in shallow waters, especially in the Caribbean and the Gulf of Mexico. Manatees are also known as sea cows.

Example

"The manatee swam slowly through the shallow waters, its gentle movements causing ripples in the water."

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