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Blowhole

usgb/ˈbləʊhəʊl/Volume
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Animal BreathingPlay
Used specifically for marine mammals like whales, indicating the act of breathing. SlideDuring the boat trip, we observed the whale's blowhole action.
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Not Always VisiblePlay
'Blowhole' is not always seen; it is often submerged and visible only when the animal breathes. SlideThe dolphin's blowhole was visible only for a few seconds.
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Sound AccompanimentPlay
The term may imply the sound made by the spout of water and air. SlideWe heard the loud sound from the whale's blowhole before we saw the spray.