shark
1[ shahrk ]
/ ʃɑrk /
noun
any of a group of elongate elasmobranch, mostly marine fishes, certain species of which are large, voracious, and sometimes dangerous to humans.
Words nearby shark
Idioms for shark
jump the shark, Informal. to begin a decline in quality, popularity, relevance, etc., after reaching a peak: Some TV shows have jumped the shark once a popular cast member left the show.
Origin of shark
1First recorded in 1560–70; origin uncertain
OTHER WORDS FROM shark
shark·like, adjectiveDictionary.com Unabridged
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Examples from the Web for sharklike
The lean, sharklike Hardy looked a little depressed at this accusation.
The Bad Man|Charles Hanson TowneAll the rays are carnivorous, but only the sharklike forms (sawfishes and the Rhinobatid) actively pursue their prey.
Zoology: The Science of Animal Life|Ernest IngersollShe adored courage, and had always cherished a belief that Bismarck's sharklike jaws implied the possession of latent ferocity.
All on the Irish Shore|E. Somerville and Martin RossWith a sharklike grin, the worthy Captain Pedrillo removed this difficulty.
The Treasure of Pearls|Gustave Aimard
British Dictionary definitions for sharklike (1 of 2)
shark1
/ (ʃɑːk) /
noun
any of various usually ferocious selachian fishes, typically marine with a long body, two dorsal fins, rows of sharp teeth, and between five and seven gill slits on each side of the head
Derived forms of shark
sharklike, adjectiveWord Origin for shark
C16: of uncertain origin
British Dictionary definitions for sharklike (2 of 2)
shark2
/ (ʃɑːk) /
noun
a person who preys on or victimizes others, esp by swindling or extortion
verb
archaic to obtain (something) by cheating or deception
Word Origin for shark
C18: probably from German Schurke rogue; perhaps also influenced by shark 1
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