WOLVES Meaning and
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Wolves are large, carnivorous mammals belonging to the family Canidae and the genus Canis. They are known for their distinct appearance, characterized by a bushy tail, erect ears, and a long muzzle. Wolves are highly social animals that typically live and hunt in packs, which consist of a dominant alpha male and female, along with their offspring.
Wolves are well-distributed across various habitats, including forests, tundra, deserts, and mountains, and can be found in North America, Eurasia, and parts of Africa. They are incredibly adaptable and possess a wide range of hunting techniques, making them successful predators.
These creatures have a diverse diet, consisting mostly of ungulates such as deer, moose, and elk, but they can also consume smaller mammals, birds, fish, and even insects. Wolves are known for their exceptional teamwork and cooperative hunting strategies, which involves chasing and surrounding their prey.
Wolves have long been a subject of fascination and folklore, often depicted as powerful, intelligent, and loyal creatures. However, they have also faced persecution and have been heavily hunted in many areas due to conflicts with livestock, leading to a decline in their population. Despite this, various conservation efforts worldwide have sought to protect and restore wolf populations, acknowledging their importance in maintaining a balanced ecosystem.
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Etymology of WOLVES
The word "wolves" has its origins in Old English. It is derived from the Old English word "wulfas", which in turn comes from the Proto-Germanic word "wulfaz". This ancient Germanic word, "wulfaz", has cognates in several other Germanic languages, such as Old High German "wulf" and Old Norse "úlfr". The word "wolves" has remained mostly unchanged throughout the centuries, although there have been some minor linguistic variations in different languages and dialects.
Idioms with the word WOLVES
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throw to the wolves
The idiom "throw to the wolves" means to expose someone to harm or danger, often intentionally, without offering any protection or support. It implies abandoning or sacrificing someone to face severe criticism, attacks, or difficult situations without any assistance or defense.
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raised by wolves
The idiom "raised by wolves" refers to someone who has grown up in a wild or uncivilized environment, lacking the usual social or cultural norms and behaving in a manner that reflects their unconventional upbringing. It suggests that the person may lack social skills or exhibit behaviors that are considered unusual or inappropriate in civilized society.
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feed (someone) to the wolves
The idiom "feed (someone) to the wolves" means to sacrifice or abandon someone, typically to face criticism, blame, or danger. It implies leaving someone unprotected or vulnerable to hostile circumstances or individuals.
Similar spelling words for WOLVES
- ELFS,
- Alvys,
- Wolf's-claw,
- alevis,
- ulvaeus,
- EULFS,
- alvesia,
- wayleaves,
- half-elves,
- olivos,
- ALPHAS,
- Alpheaus,
- IOELVS,
- Alveus,
- Alfeos,
- alves,
- elephas,
- ALFIS,
- ulvaceae,
- Alpheus,
- walvis,
- yellowface,
- Elvisy,
- eliphaz,
- OLFEIS,
- Alluvious,
- alphos,
- wolfes,
- olives,
- Elvis,
- elves,
- Wolf's-foot,
- EELVS,
- ollavs,
- Alphoeus,
- ILVSI,
- welfs,
- Elvas-plum,
- ALFS,
- Alfeus,
- eliphas,
- Elviss,
- ELVS,
- ILEVS,
- EoLFHS,
- Wolfsjaw,
- Eluvies,
- olivacea,
- Elvys,
- Alvis,
- alviso,
- Yoelvis,
- Alvise,
- olivas,
- ELLFS,
- eolophus,
- allofs,
- EELFS,
- IALVS,
- Alviss,
- Alphus,
- alefs,
- ilves,
- Wolf's-milk,
- Ilaphis,
- Wolfs-peach,
- WOLFS,
- WOLFASI,
- ALFES,
- elaphus,
- wolfs-foot,
- alfeios,
- alephs,
- Wolfe's,
- alvus,
- alewives,
- alvez,
- ulvas,
- Alfas,
- alives,
- ALPHASU,
- Alfaeus,
- elvas,
- alfasi,
- she-wolves,
- Alfusa,
- Ylvis,
- ILAFS,
- elvis',
- ULEVS,
- alaves,
- Wolf's-bane,
- alphaeus.
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