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wolf pack

American  

noun

  1. a group of submarines operating together in hunting down and attacking enemy convoys.

  2. a group of wolves hunting together.


Etymology

Origin of wolf pack

1890–95 wolf pack for def. 2; 1940–45 wolf pack for def. 1

Example Sentences

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“You’re never going to see a wolf pack running in Griffith Park,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times

“Howling” — the fierce yet honeyed lead track on “Awe” — saw the group transformed into a futuristic wolf pack.

From Los Angeles Times

California wildlife officials confirmed three new wolf packs in Northern California, bringing the state total to 10.

From Los Angeles Times

A flotilla of uncrewed "wolf pack" drone boats has successfully been used to escort warships in a Royal Navy and Army trial.

From BBC

The wolf pack was led by a large male.

From Literature