Definitions

1. noun

a carnivorous freshwater fish with large teeth and powerful jaws, native to the Amazon and Orinoco river basins in South America.

“The pirana attacked the school of fish, leaving none unscathed.”

2. noun

a person, especially a man, who is considered to be rough or violent, often in a charming way.

“He was a bit of a pirana, always getting into trouble with his friends.”

3. verb

to eat or devour (something) greedily or voraciously.

“The pirana the leftovers in seconds, showing no signs of slowing down.”