mountain wolf en · NOUN
Etymology
From mountain + wolf, From this canid living in mountainous terrain, and having an appearance like a wolf. Possibly also Calque of translingual Cuon alpinus, but 'cuon' means 'dog' rather than 'wolf'.
Meanings
- Synonym of dhole (Cuon alpinus)
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| mountain wolves | Number=Plur | lexicographic |