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hyaena

/haɪˈiː.nə/

Translations

hyaenanoun

hyaenas

/haɪˈiː.nə/

The hyaena is known for its distinctive laugh-like vocalizations.

Гиена известна своими характерными звуками, похожими на смех.

Synonyms

laughing hyena

spotted hyena

striped hyena

brown hyena

Hyaena (genus)

Crocuta (genus)

hyaenaadjective

/haɪˈiːnə/

/haɪˈinə/

Used attributively to modify nouns, e.g., “hyaena laughter”.

Synonyms

hyaenanoun

A carnivorous mammal of the family Hyaenidae, native to Africa and Asia, known for its distinctive laugh-like vocalizations and scavenging habits.

The hyaena is often seen roaming the savannah in search of food.

A contemptible or treacherous person, especially one who exploits others' misfortunes.

Reporters, like hyaenas, descended on the grieving family.

hyaenaadjective

Relating to or characteristic of a hyaena.

The night was filled with hyaena laughter.