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coyote

[kahy-oh-tee]

coyote Definition

  • 1a small, wolf-like mammal native to North and Central America
  • 2a person who smuggles immigrants into the United States

Using coyote: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "coyote" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The coyote is known for its distinctive howl.

  • Example

    Coyotes are often seen as pests by farmers.

  • Example

    The coyote is a common character in Native American mythology.

  • Example

    The coyote smuggler was arrested at the border.

coyote Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for coyote

Phrases with coyote

  • a situation in which one wakes up after a night of heavy drinking next to someone considered unattractive

    Example

    He woke up the next morning feeling coyote ugly.

  • a type of shrub that is native to California

    Example

    The coyote brush is a common sight in the hills around Los Angeles.

  • a protective vest worn by small dogs to protect them from coyote attacks

    Example

    The coyote vest helped protect the small dog from the larger predator.

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Summary: coyote in Brief

A 'coyote' [kahy-oh-tee] is a small, wolf-like mammal native to North and Central America. It is also used to refer to a person who smuggles immigrants into the United States. The term extends into phrases like 'coyote ugly,' denoting an unpleasant situation after a night of heavy drinking, and 'coyote vest,' referring to a protective vest worn by small dogs to protect them from coyote attacks.

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