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spotted hyena
noun
an African hyena, Crocuta crocuta, having a yellowish-gray coat with brown or black spots, noted for its distinctive howl.
Also called laughing hyena.
Origin:
1775–85
1775–85
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Spotted hyena
is always a great word to know.
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| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
| a scrap or morsel of food left at a meal. |
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| spotted hyena | |
noun | |
| African hyena noted for its distinctive howl |
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