Dhole
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dəʊl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dhole is a noun meaning (zoology) An Asian wild dog, Cuon alpinus.
Meaning
(zoology) An Asian wild dog, Cuon alpinus.
Example Sentences
This whistling, a means of communication for a pack of dhole regrouping after an unsuccessful hunt, inspired the other common name of this species—the whistling dog.
Mowgli's wanderings had taken him to the edge of the high grassy downs of the Dekkan, and he had seen the fearless dholes sleeping and playing and scratching themselves in the little hollows and tussocks that they use for lairs.
Word Forms
- dholes
Synonyms for dhole
Depending on context, synonyms include kholsun, ajag, adjag.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ajak, buansuah, adjag, kholsun, khur, chiru.
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