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Family Hyaenidae

Definition:

The family Hyaenidae is a taxonomic family of carnivorous mammals that includes the four living species of hyenas: the striped hyena, the brown hyena, the spotted hyena, and the aardwolf. These animals are known for their distinctive features like strong jaws, excellent hearing, and their ability to scavenge.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A family of carnivorous mammals comprising the hyenas.

Example sentence: The family Hyaenidae is primarily found in Africa and parts of Asia.

Sense 2:

Noun: The taxonomic classification of the hyena species.

Example sentence: Taxonomically, the brown hyena and the striped hyena belong to the family Hyaenidae.

Sense 3:

Noun: The study and research of hyenas.

Example sentence: Sarah dedicated her life to the study of Hyaenidae, specifically the behavior of spotted hyenas.

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