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sea canary
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Word History and Origins
Origin of sea canary1
First recorded in 1875–80; so called from the whistling sound made by this whale
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Example Sentences
Hence is derived one of the names given to this whale by sailors—the "Sea-canary."
From Project Gutenberg
The Beluga has a voice; but the name "Sea Canary" is hardly suitable to it.
From Project Gutenberg
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