wolfpack

/ˈwʊlpæk/

Definitions

1. noun

a group of wolves, typically a family or a group of related wolves, especially one that is on the hunt together

“The wolfpack moved silently through the forest, their eyes fixed on their prey.”

2. noun

a group of aircraft or submarines working together for a common purpose, especially in naval aviation

“The wolfpack of F-15s descended on the enemy base, taking out their defenses.”

3. noun

a group of people, especially students or athletes, who work together or compete as a team

“The school’s wolfpack football team won the championship last year.”

4. verb

to hunt or attack in a group, especially like wolves

“The sharks wolfpacked the injured seal, tearing it apart.”

Synonyms

  • gang
  • group
  • pack

Antonyms

  • isolated
  • solitary