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Flipper

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Podcast 1 · Introduction

Flipper

A documentary-style narration: origin, meaning, and feel.

Part of speech
noun
Pronunciation
FLIP-er  /ˈflɪpə/
Definition
A broad, flat limb used for swimming by marine animals such as penguins, seals, turtles, and whales; a flat rubber shoe worn by swimmers and divers to help propel themselves through the water.
Plain meaning
The broad, flat swimming limb of a marine animal — a seal's flipper, a turtle's flipper. Also: the rubber swim fin worn by divers and swimmers.
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Neutral. Standard in marine biology, diving, and animal care contexts. Warmly associated with children's television and oceanographic popularisation.
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Podcast 2 · Daily Use

Two British voices, real conversation

Flipper used naturally — examples, mistakes to avoid, close synonyms.

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Podcast 3 · Prompt Engineering

Using "Flipper" in AI prompts

An instructor and student walk through real, copy-ready developer prompts.

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