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Webster 1913 Edition

Wolfish

Wolf′ish

,
Adj.
Like a wolf; having the qualities or form of a wolf;
as, a
wolfish
visage;
wolfish
designs.
–
Wolf′ish-ly
,
adv.
–
Wolf′ish-ness
,
Noun.

Webster 1828 Edition

Wolfish

WOLFISH

,
Adj.
Like a wolf; having the qualities or form of a wolf; as a wolfish visage; wolfish designs.

Definition 2024

wolfish

wolfish

See also: wolffish

English

Adjective

wolfish ‎(comparative more wolfish, superlative most wolfish)

  1. Pertaining to wolves.
  2. Akin to the characteristics or habits of a wolf; lupine.
    a wolfish appetite
  3. Fierce; savage; menacing.

Translations

Etymology

wolf +‎ -ish

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈwʊlfiʃ/, /ˈwʊlviʃ/
  • Homophone: Woolfish

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