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fin Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
A flattened appendage on various marine and aquatic animals, such as fish and cetaceans, used for propulsion, steering, and balancing in the water.
Usage Example
"The shark's dorsal flipper sliced ominously through the surface of the water."
Strong
flipper
Weak
pinna
• noun (Context 2)
A fixed or movable aerodynamic or hydrodynamic surface on a vehicle, such as an aircraft, rocket, or surfboard, designed to provide stability or control.
Usage Example
"The rocket was designed with four carbon-fiber fins at its base to ensure a stable flight path."
Strong
stabilizer
vane
Weak
skeg
• verb (Context 3)
To move through the water by moving one's fins or using flippers.
Usage Example
"The scuba diver finned gracefully over the colorful coral reef."
Strong
swim
Weak
paddle
• noun (Context 4)
A five-dollar bill.
Usage Example
"He handed the cashier a fiver and told her to keep the change."
Strongest
fiver
five
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Fin. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/fin