noun
- plural of piranha; small freshwater fish with sharp teeth found in South American rivers, known for their aggressive feeding behavior
Examples
- The documentary showed piranhas feeding in the Amazon River.
- Local fishermen warned tourists about swimming where piranhas live.
- The aquarium’s piranha tank attracted many curious visitors.
- Piranhas are often misunderstood as being more dangerous than they actually are.
- The biologist studied the feeding patterns of piranhas in their natural habitat.
- Red-bellied piranhas are among the most well-known species.