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Tasmanian devil

noun

Meaning

A small, stocky carnivorous marsupial with black fur and a fierce screech, found in the wild only in Tasmania.

Example

We heard a Tasmanian devil screeching near the campsite at night.

Origin

Named after Tasmania; 'devil' refers to its fierce behaviour and unearthly cries.

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