What is another word for killer whale?
Pronunciation: [kˈɪlə wˈe͡ɪl] (IPA) 
The term "killer whale" is commonly used to refer to the largest member of the dolphin family, Orcinus orca. However, this marine mammal is also known by a variety of other names, including orca, blackfish, grampus, and sea wolf. The name "orca" is derived from the Greek word "orkos," meaning "corpse," which may have been inspired by the animal's reputed fierceness. Meanwhile, "blackfish" refers to the animal's dark dorsal fin, while "grampus" is an old-fashioned term that comes from the Latin word for "dolphin," delphinus. Finally, "sea wolf" is a nod to the animal's hunting prowess and solitary habits.
