razorback

/ˈreɪzərˌbæk/
noun
  1. A wild pig with a narrow back and a ridge of hair along its spine, found in the southern United States.
    • The razorback is known for its tough, lean meat.
    • Hunters tracked the razorback through the swamp.
    • We saw a razorback rooting for food near the edge of the forest.
  2. A type of whale, especially a fin whale, with a prominent ridge along its back.
    • The razorback's dorsal fin is small but very noticeable.
    • Whale watchers were excited to spot a razorback off the coast.
    • The razorback whale surfaced briefly before diving again.
  3. A sharp, narrow ridge of land or rock.
    • From the razorback, we could see the valley below on both sides.
    • A narrow trail followed the razorback ridge for miles.
    • The hikers climbed along the razorback of the mountain.
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