hyena
US /haɪˈiː.nə/
UK /haɪˈiː.nə/

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hiena
a doglike African and Asian mammal with a bristly mane, a long tail, and powerful jaws, noted for its scavenging habits and its distinctive 'laughing' cry.
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The hyena is known for its distinctive laughing sound.
La hiena es conocida por su distintivo sonido de risa.
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A pack of hyenas surrounded the carcass.
Una manada de hienas rodeó el cadáver.