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Definition of emperor penguin

emperor penguin

Plural:emperor penguins
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• noun

1

The tallest and heaviest of all living penguin species (Aptenodytes forsteri), native exclusively to Antarctica, characterized by its striking black and white plumage and pale yellow coloration on its breast and ears.

Example

"During the brutal Antarctic winter, the male emperor penguin meticulously balances a single egg on his feet to protect it from the freezing ice."

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Emperor penguin. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/emperor%20penguin
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