air hole vs spiracle

air hole

noun
  • The blowhole of a whale. 

  • An air pocket. 

  • A hole in any surface that allows air or other gases to pass, especially an opening in the surface of a frozen lake etc. 

spiracle

noun
  • The blowhole of a whale, dolphin or other similar species. 

  • A pore or opening used (especially by arthropods and some fish) for respiration. 

  • Any small aperture or vent for air or other fluid. 

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