Meaning of the word aardwolf in English
What does aardwolf mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
aardwolf
US /ˈɑːrd.wʊlf/
UK /ˈɑːd.wʊlf/
Noun
a nocturnal, insectivorous mammal native to East and Southern Africa, resembling a small striped hyena, that feeds primarily on termites
Example:
•
The aardwolf uses its long, sticky tongue to lap up thousands of termites in a single night.
•
Despite its name, the aardwolf is not a true wolf but a member of the hyena family.