bottlenose

[bot-l-nohz]

noun

1. bottle-nosed dolphin.

2. bottle-nosed whale.

Other Word Forms

• bottle-nosed adjective
• bottlenosed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of bottlenose¹

First recorded in 1540–50; bottle ¹ + nose

Example Sentences

Charity Marine Connection said growing interaction with the bottlenose - which is frequently seen in the Lyme Bay area of Dorset - is becoming increasingly dangerous for both the dolphin and the public.

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The bottlenose dolphin, known as Reggie to locals, was first spotted in the bay earlier this year and has become a regular visitor - to the excitement of residents and tourists.

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A common dolphin calf was killed by four bottlenose dolphins in New Quay.

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According to The Dolphin Company's website, species held at the park include bottlenose dolphins, rough-toothed dolphins, sea lions, penguins, harbour seals, birds and reptiles.

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Other mammal species that have since been infected include skunks, domestic cats, bottlenose dolphins, harbor seals, foxes, mountain lions and coyotes.

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