barracuda

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/ˌbæɹəˈkuːdə/ (UK)

Definition of barracuda

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noun

Any large marine fish of the genus Sphyraena that have elongated bodies, a projecting lower jaw, displaying prominent fang-shaped teeth, and are aggressive predators.

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noun

Any large marine fish of the genus Sphyraena that have elongated bodies, a projecting lower jaw, displaying prominent fang-shaped teeth, and are aggressive predators.
(figuratively)One who uses harsh or predatory means to compete.

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First attested in the 1670s, from Latin American Spanish barracuda, perhaps from a Cariban word.

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