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whalers

The word “whalers” has 2 syllables: wha-lers

It's pronounced as /ˈweɪ-lərz/

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In the thesaurus, “whalers” has 47 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for whalers along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for whalers

Antonyms for whalers

  • conservationists
  • environmentalists
  • guardians of wildlife
  • marine protectors
  • whale watchers

Meanings of whalers

  • noun
    1. One who hunts whales; a person employed in the whaling industry.
    2. A seagoing vessel used for hunting whales.
    3. One who whales (flogs or beats).
    4. A large, strong person.
    5. Something of unusually great size, a whopper, a whacker.
    6. Any shark of the family Carcharhinidae; a requiem shark.
    7. A sundowner; one who cruises about.

Example Sentences

  • The whalers set out at dawn, hoping to catch a large whale.
  • Environmental groups condemned the activities of the whalers in the region.
  • Historical records show how the whalers navigated treacherous seas.
  • The whalers returned with their catch after weeks at sea.
  • Children at the museum were fascinated by the stories of the old whalers.

On this page you'll find 52 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to whalers, such as: PT boats, air-cushion vehicles, airboats, assault boats, auxiliaries, bankers, barges.

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