neengatu

/neˈŋɡatu/

Definitions

1. noun

A Tupi word for ‘piranha’ or ‘piranhas’, specifically referring to the species Serrasalmus rhombeus.

“The indigenous guide warned the tourists to avoid the waters where the neengatu swam.”

Synonyms

  • Serrasalmus rhombeus
  • piranha

Antonyms

  • non-predatory fish
  • safe fish