English · Nature & Environment
wolves
/wʊlvz/
[/wʊlvz/]
plural of wolf
Beginnernoun
Definition
Wolves is the irregular plural of wolf, wild animals that look like large dogs and hunt in groups.
Example
A pack of wolves crossed the snowy field.
A pack of wolves crossed the snowy field.
Etymology
From Old English 'wulf'; the 'f' changes to 'ves' in the plural.
How & Where It’s Used
Common in nature, stories, and fairy tales.