Meaning & use
piranha
A small, freshwater fish native to South America known for its sharp teeth and, in some species, aggressive feeding in groups.
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The documentary showed a school of piranhas stripping a fish carcass in seconds.
Not all piranha species are dangerous; some feed mainly on plants and insects.
A note on using this word
'Pirana' is a common misspelling; the standard spelling is 'piranha.'
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