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savage

/ˈsævɪdʒ/ adjective, noun, verb · British & US
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What does savage mean?

adjective, noun, verb

Having or showing a complete lack of gentleness or kindness; fierce or ferocious. A member of a people who were native to a particular region, especially the Americas, before the arrival of Europeans.

Example

"The savage beast attacked the hikers, forcing them to defend themselves."

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