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Noun jackal has 1 sense
- jackal, Canis aureus - Old World nocturnal canine mammal closely related to the dog; smaller than a wolf; sometimes hunts in a pack but usually singly or as a member of a pair
--1 is a kind of canine, canid
--1 is a member of Canis, genus Canis
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Definitions from the Web
Term: Jackal
Description:
A jackal is a type of wild animal belonging to the dog family, Canidae. It is known for its cunning and scavenging habits. Jackals are primarily found in Africa, Asia, and southeastern Europe.
Sample sentences:
Noun (Animal):
- The jackal carefully scouted the area before approaching the carcass.
- Unlike wolves, jackals are solitary animals.
Noun (Person):
- He was a sly jackal, always looking for an opportunity to exploit.
- The cunning businessman acted like a jackal, preying on the weak.
Adjective:
- The village was plagued by jackal attacks, forcing them to implement protective measures.
- The jackal nature of his personality made him untrustworthy.
Verb:
- The scavengers jackaled the remains of the fallen prey.
- He jackals leftovers from the party, not letting anything go to waste.
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