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Definition of delphine

delphine

/dɛlˈfiːn/
del · phine
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delphine Lexical Profile

• adjective

1

Relating to, characteristic of, or resembling a dolphin, or belonging to the taxonomic family Delphinidae.

Example

"The marine biologist observed the sleek, delphine grace of the swimmers as they glided effortlessly through the waves."

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della falls
delosperma
delouse
delphine
delphinium
delt
delta

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Latin delphinus, meaning 'dolphin', which was itself derived from Ancient Greek delphis. In bibliographic contexts (often capitalized), it also refers to editions of the Latin classics prepared for the French Dauphin ('in usum Delphini').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Delphine. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/delphine
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