Meaning of the word "Tasmanian devil" in English

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Tasmanian devil

US /tæzˈmeɪ.ni.ən ˈdev.əl/
UK /tæzˈmeɪ.ni.ən ˈdev.əl/
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Noun

1.

a carnivorous marsupial of the family Dasyuridae, now found only in Tasmania. It is characterized by its stocky build, black fur, pungent odor when stressed, extremely loud screech, and ferocity when feeding.

Example:
The Tasmanian devil is known for its powerful bite.
Conservation efforts are underway to protect the endangered Tasmanian devil population.
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