Crocuta crocuta

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A species of hyena native to Africa: "Crocuta crocuta" is the scientific name for the spotted hyena, a large carnivorous mammal found in sub-Saharan Africa.
    • Noted for its distinctive vocalization: This animal is famous for its unique howl, which sounds like human laughter, earning it the common name "laughing hyena."
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The researchers observed a clan of Crocuta crocuta on the savanna. (The researchers observed a clan of spotted hyenas on the savanna.)
    • The eerie call of Crocuta crocuta echoed through the night. (The eerie call of the spotted hyena echoed through the night.)
Advanced Usage
  • In binomial nomenclature: The term "Crocuta crocuta" is used in scientific and zoological contexts to precisely identify the species, distinguishing it from other hyena species like the striped hyena ().
    • The study focused on the social structure of Crocuta crocuta. (The study focused on the social structure of the spotted hyena.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Spotted hyena (n): The common English name for .
    • The spotted hyena is a highly social predator.
  • Laughing hyena (n): An informal name referring to the species' distinctive vocalization.
    • The sound of the laughing hyena is unmistakable.
Synonyms
  • Spotted hyena: The most common synonym in general English.
  • Laughing hyena: A descriptive synonym emphasizing its call.
Related Phrases
  • Hyena clan: A social group of .
    • A hyena clan is typically led by a dominant female.
Noun
  1. African hyena noted for its distinctive howl

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