Carnivorous Mammals

noun a large carnivorous mammal native to Africa and Asia, known for its scavenging habits and distinctive laughing sound

• The hyena is a carnivorous mammal known for its distinctive laugh-like vocalization.
• I saw a hyena at the zoo yesterday, it was pretty cool.
• That guy's laugh sounds like a hyena, it's so loud and obnoxious.
• The scavenger acted like a hyena, always looking for opportunities to take advantage of others.

noun a wild dog-like animal that scavenges for food and is known for its cunning and stealth

• The jackal is a cunning predator known for its scavenging habits.
• I saw a jackal lurking around the campsite last night.
• That guy is a real jackal, always looking for an easy opportunity.
• The corrupt politician was compared to a jackal, preying on the vulnerable for personal gain.

noun Aeluroid is a noun that refers to a member of the Aeluroidea superfamily, which includes various carnivorous mammals such as cats and hyenas.

• The aeluroid carnivores are known for their sharp teeth and strong jaws.
• I read an interesting article about aeluroid mammals in National Geographic.
• My friend's new kitten is so cute, I heard it's an aeluroid breed.
• The politician's speech was like a hungry aeluroid, tearing apart his opponent's arguments.

noun a taxonomic suborder within the order Carnivora that includes cats, civets, and related animals

• The aeluroidea is a superfamily of mammals that includes cats and related species.
• Did you know that aeluroidea is a scientific term for cats and their relatives?
• I love watching videos of aeluroidea on the internet, they are so cute!
• The aeluroidea in the neighborhood are always causing mischief, just like a bunch of playful cats.