hyaena

Noun

A large, carnivorous mammal of the family Hyaenidae, of Africa and Asia, having a coarse coat, a sloping back, and large teeth and feeding chiefly on carrion, often in packs.

ریشه

From Latin hyaena, from Ancient Greek ὕαινα (húaina), from ὗς (hûs, “pig”).

مثال

• The hyaena is known for its distinctive laugh-like vocalizations.
• Hyaenas are primarily scavengers, but can also be effective hunters.
• The spotted hyaena is the most common species of hyaena.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Spotted hyaena Striped hyaena Brown hyaena Hyaena pack Hyaena den Hyaena cubs