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wolf

 

[ wสŠlf ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

wild animal

A wolf is a wild carnivorous mammal of the dog family, living and hunting in packs. Wolves are known for their howling, sharp teeth, and hunting abilities.

Synonyms

beast, canine, predator

Examples of usage

  • The wolf howled at the moon in the night.
  • Wolves communicate through a variety of vocalizations.
  • The pack of wolves hunted down their prey together.
Context #2 | Noun

fierce person

In human terms, a wolf can refer to a fierce or predatory person, especially in a competitive or aggressive context.

Synonyms

aggressor, predator, ruthless person

Examples of usage

  • He is a wolf in sheep's clothing, pretending to be nice but really ruthless.
  • The new manager is a wolf when it comes to closing deals.
Context #3 | Verb

act like a wolf

To wolf something is to devour it greedily or hungrily, like a wolf tearing into its prey.

Synonyms

consume quickly, devour, gobble

Examples of usage

  • He wolfed down his food as if he hadn't eaten in days.
  • She wolfed through the pages of the book in one sitting.

Translations

Translations of the word "wolf" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น lobo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคญเฅ‡เคกเคผเคฟเคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wolf

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ serigala

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะพะฒะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wilk

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็‹ผ (ใŠใŠใ‹ใฟ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท loup

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lobo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kurt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋Š‘๋Œ€ (neukdae)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฐุฆุจ (dhi'b)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vlk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vlk

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็‹ผ (lรกng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ volk

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รบlfur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐัา›ั‹ั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ’แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜ (mgeli)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qurd

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lobo

Etymology

The word 'wolf' has origins in Old English 'wulf', which is related to Dutch 'wolf' and German 'Wolf'. The wolf has been an important figure in folklore, mythology, and literature across many cultures, often symbolizing wilderness, cunning, and strength. Wolves have a complex social structure and have been both revered and feared by humans throughout history.

See also: wolves.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,028 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.