collared peccary

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Noun collared peccary has 1 sense

collared peccary, javelina, Tayassu angulatus, Tayassu tajacu, Peccari angulatus - dark gray peccary with an indistinct white collar; of semi desert areas of Mexico and southwestern United States
--₁ is a kind of peccary, musk hog

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Collared Peccary

Noun

A collared peccary, also known as a javelina or musk hog, is a small to medium-sized mammal native to the Americas. It is commonly found in areas with dense vegetation such as forests, swamps, and deserts.

Sense 1:

A small pig-like mammal of the family Tayassuidae, native to the Americas.

Example sentence:

The collared peccary squealed loudly as it foraged for roots and fruits in the dense Amazon rainforest.

Sense 2:

A popular game animal, often hunted for its meat and hide.

Example sentence:

Hunters in Texas chase after the elusive collared peccaries during the hunting season.

Sense 3:

A colloquial term used to describe someone wearing a shirt with a turned-up collar.

Example sentence:

The well-dressed man walked into the room with his collared peccary, exuding confidence.