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.