coyote

/kaɪˈoʊti/

nounco · yote

Think: “kai-OH-tee” — the coyote says “OH!” when it steps on a thorn.

Yes, it's coyote. Remember the middle is “yo” (coy-ote), not “io” or “oyot.”

Definition

  1. nounA wild, dog-like mammal native to North America, known for its yips and howls.

Examples

  • We heard a coyote howling in the distance after sunset.
  • The coyote trotted across the road and disappeared into the brush.
  • A coyote can survive in deserts, forests, and even near cities.

Synonyms

prairie wolfbrush wolfsong dog

Translations

ES coyotePT coioteFR coyote

Common misspellings

coyotcoytoecoyoteecoyottecoyotiecoyoteycoyetecoyoté

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