: a buff-gray to reddish-gray swift carnivorous mammal (Canis latrans) of North America that is closely related to but smaller than the wolf, has a narrow pointed muzzle and triangular ears, hunts singly or in small groups, and is known for its various distinctive vocalizations (such as barks, yips, and howls)
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The coyote is often considered a threat to livestock. Despite being hunted and trapped, the coyote has expanded its original range and is found in all states except Hawaii.
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slang: one who smuggles immigrants into the U.S.
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Foxes, bobcats and coyotes can be infected with trichinosis, a parasitic infection.—Stuart Dyos, USA Today, 29 Oct. 2025 Moreover, local wildlife such as coyotes, foxes, dog and alligators often prey on cats.—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025 The coyote lost its interest in us and stalked on.—Gloria Liu, Outside Online, 22 Oct. 2025 Foxes, bobcats and coyotes can be infected with trichinosis, a parasitic infection.—Stuart Dyos, Nashville Tennessean, 22 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for coyote
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