Etymology · Ancient Greek
δελφίς
4 English words descend from Ancient Greek δελφίς, most common first.
- dolphinA carnivorous cetacean, typically with a beak-like snout, famed for their intelligence and occasional willingness to approach humans.
- dauphinThe eldest son of the king of France. Under the Valois and Bourbon dynasties, the Dauphin of France, generally shortened to Dauphin, was heir apparent to the throne of France. The title derived from the main title of the Dauphin, Dauphin of Viennois.
- delphinicRelating to dolphins; delphine.
- delphinionA temple dedicated to Apollo Delphinios.