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1shark
noun \ˈshärk\
Definition of SHARK
: any of numerous mostly marine cartilaginous fishes of medium to large size that have a fusiform body, lateral branchial clefts, and a tough usually dull gray skin roughened by minute tubercles and are typically active predators sometimes dangerous to humans
— shark·like \ˈshärk-ˌlīk\ adjective
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Origin of SHARK
Middle English
First Known Use: 15th century
2shark
noun
Definition of SHARK
1
: a rapacious crafty person who takes advantage of others often through usury, extortion, or devious means <loan sharks>
2
: one who excels greatly especially in a particular field
Origin of SHARK
probably modification of German Schurke scoundrel
First Known Use: 1599
3shark
verb
Definition of SHARK
transitive verb1
archaic : to gather hastily
2
archaic : to obtain by some irregular means
intransitive verb
1
archaic : to practice fraud or trickery
2
archaic : sneak
First Known Use of SHARK
1602
SHARKLIKE Defined for Kids
1shark
noun \ˈshärk\
Definition of SHARK for Kids
: a large usually gray saltwater fish that has sharp teeth and a skeleton of cartilage
2shark
noun
Definition of SHARK for Kids
: a person who cheats others out of money
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