Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
she-wolf
Noun
/ʃiː wʊlf/
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Definition
A female wolf, often used in literature or mythology to symbolize fierceness or maternal instincts.
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Examples
- The she-wolf howled into the night, calling her pack.
- In the story, the she-wolf fiercely protected her cubs from danger.
- My grandmother always told me tales of the legendary she-wolf who roamed the forest.
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Meaning
The term ‘she-wolf’ refers to a female member of the wolf species. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a strong and protective woman.
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Synonyms
- Wolfess
- Female wolf
- Matriarch