A very large marine mammal of the order Cetacea.

• Commonly excludes dolphins and porpoises in everyday use.

大型海洋哺乳动物，属鲸目。

• 日常用法常不包括海豚和鼠海豚。

Something or someone that is very large.

非常巨大的事物或人。

Something excellent or impressive; outstanding.

• Often in the phrase a whale of a ...

极好或令人印象深刻的事物；出色的。

• 常见于短语 a whale of a ...

A person who spends or wagers very large sums.

• Especially a high-stakes gambler or major investor.

花费或下注巨款的人。

• 尤指高额赌客或大投资者。

To hunt whales.

捕猎鲸鱼。