Meaning of the word piranha in English

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piranha

US /pəˈrɑː.njə/
UK /pɪˈrɑː.nə/
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Noun

a South American freshwater fish that has a strong jaw and sharp teeth and that feeds on fish, other animals, and plants

Example:
The river is known to be infested with piranhas.
Be careful when swimming here; there might be piranhas.