Meaning of the word "wolf spider" in English

What does "wolf spider" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

wolf spider

US /ˈwʊlf ˌspaɪ.dər/

UK /ˈwʊlf ˌspaɪ.dər/

a large, hairy, fast-moving spider that hunts its prey rather than catching it in a web, common in temperate and tropical regions.

Example:

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The wolf spider quickly chased down its insect prey.

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Unlike many spiders, wolf spiders do not build webs to catch food.

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