hy|e|na

hy|e|na «hy EE nuh», noun.

a wild animal of Africa and Asia much like a large dog in shape and size. Hyenas feed on flesh at night, usually on carrion. Most hyenas are cowardly, but utter terrifying yells. Also, hyaena.

╂[< Latin hyaena < Greek hýaina < hys, hŷós pig]