Jackal Definition

jackal
noun
  1. Old World nocturnal canine mammal closely related to the dog; smaller than a wolf; sometimes hunts in a pack but usually singly or as a member of a pair

"Jackal" in song lyrics

See how jackal is used in real songs:

  • "Nah brother, it's the year of the jackal"
    Aesop Rock — 9-5ers Anthem
  • "Pack of that will butcher you like a jackal"
    Necro — You're All Dying
  • "I'm after your neck like a devilish jackal"
    Twin Perils — Birth of Assassins

Usage tips for "jackal"

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