great white shark

American  

noun

1. a large shark, Carcharodon carcharias, of tropical and temperate seas, known to occasionally attack swimmers.

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Etymology

Origin of great white shark

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

Toasty ocean temperatures have been linked to a great white shark sighting in Newport Beach that prompted a temporary beach closure Thursday.

From Los Angeles Times

An 8-foot great white shark was spotted circling a surfer in Newport Beach on Thursday afternoon, triggering an immediate shutdown of the nearby shoreline, authorities said.

From Los Angeles Times

He said he loved seeing sunrises and sunsets on the ocean, as well as whales, some great white sharks, turtles and sea crocodiles.

From BBC

The unexpected catch -- considered alongside documented records from the past 160 years -- suggests that great white sharks have never fully disappeared from Mediterranean waters.

From Science Daily

California’s deeper and colder waters are home to larger species, such as the great white shark.

From Los Angeles Times