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Meaning of oosik | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1
ˈuː.sɪk

Definitions

The baculum (penile bone) of a walrus, often sold as a souvenir to tourists in Alaska.

Equivalents

Français oosik

Examples

“An oosik is the baculum, or penis bone, of the male walrus. The oosik is a symbol of strength and potency in some Alaska Native cultures.”

CEFR level

B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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See also

Oosman oosome oosorption oospecies oosperm oosphere

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