aardwolf
/ˈɑɹdˌwʊlf/
UK: /ˈɑːdˌwʊlf/
aardwolf
English
Noun
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Definition
A nocturnal, insectivorous mammal, Proteles cristatus, of southern and eastern Africa, related to and resembling the hyena.
Etymology
Borrowed from Afrikaans aardwolf.
Example Sentences
- "Today the only dog-like hyena is Africa’s termite-eating aardwolf."
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