laughing hyena
laughing hyena · laughing hyenas
The spotted hyena; so called because of the resemblance of its call to human laughterThe spotted hyena (Crocuta crocuta); so called because of the resemblance of its call to human laughter.
Meaning
1 senses(informal)The spotted hyena (Crocuta crocuta); so called because of the resemblance of its call to human laughter.
More definitions
- African hyena noted for its distinctive howl
Forms
plural: laughing hyenasSynonyms
2 synonymsClose in meaning
- African hyena noted for its distinctive howl:spotted hyenaCrocuta crocuta