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Definition of whaler

whaler

/ˈweɪ.lɚ/
whal · er
Plural:whalers
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• noun

1

A person whose occupation is hunting whales.

Example

"The seasoned whaler spent decades navigating the freezing waters of the Arctic in search of the massive marine mammals."

2

A ship specifically designed or equipped for hunting and processing whales.

Example

"During the 19th century, the port town was crowded with massive whalers preparing for long, arduous voyages to the Pacific Ocean."

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• Rhymes for whaler

• Nearby Words

whakatane
whale
whale shark
whaler
whangaehu
whanganui
whangarei

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the noun 'whale' combined with the agent suffix '-er'. It was first recorded in English in the mid-17th century.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Whaler. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/whaler
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