shark
(ʃɑːʳk )
Word forms: sharks language note: The form shark can also be used as the plural form for meaning [sense 1].
1. variable noun B1+
A shark is a very large fish. Some sharks have very sharp teeth and may attack people.
2. countable noun
If you refer to a person as a shark, you disapprove of them because they trick people out of their money by giving bad advice about buying, selling, or investments. [informal, disapproval]
Beware the sharks when you are making up your mind how to invest.
3. See also loan shark
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Collocations:
shark sighting
Witnesses immediately flooded social media outlets with reports and photographs of the shark sighting, which occurred around 4pm.
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There has been a big increase in shark sightings in the area in recent weeks.
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Shark sightings and beach closures are a regular occurrence.
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Last month nearby beaches were closed for a record nine consecutive days as shark sightings unnerved police.
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Reduced beach attendance in 1975 was attributed to it, as well as an increased number of reported shark sightings.
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Chinese: 鲨鱼
Japanese: サメ
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