werewolf
Werewolf (noun) means a mythical human who transforms into a wolf, often said to happen under a full moon. Example: “The film follows a young man who discovers he's a werewolf.”
How to use werewolf
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA legendary creature that changes between human and wolf form.
Word forms
werewolves plural
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Etymology
From Old English werewulf, literally "man-wolf," combining the old word wer ("man") with wulf ("wolf").
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “werewolf” mean?
The word “werewolf” means a mythical human who transforms into a wolf, often said to happen under a full moon. In plain terms, a legendary creature that changes between human and wolf form.
How do you pronounce “werewolf”?
“Werewolf” is pronounced WAIR-wuulf (/ˈwɛəɹwʊlf/ in IPA).
How do you use “werewolf” in a sentence?
Here is “werewolf” used in a sentence: “The film follows a young man who discovers he's a werewolf.”
What part of speech is “werewolf”?
“Werewolf” is a noun.
Where does the word “werewolf” come from?
The word “werewolf” comes from Old English. From Old English werewulf, literally "man-wolf," combining the old word wer ("man") with wulf ("wolf").
Is “werewolf” a common word?
“Werewolf” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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