Meaning & Definition of word "Shark"

Shark

/ʃɑrk/

1. A large, typically carnivorous fish known for its sharp teeth and streamlined body, belonging to the subclass Elasmobranchii.
- Example: The great white shark is one of the most feared predators in the ocean.
2. Any of various species of sharks, which are often regarded as dangerous to humans.
- Example: While swimming, she was excited to see a hammerhead shark swim by.
3. A dishonorable or predatory person, especially one who exploits others in business or finance.
- Example: He was considered a loan shark for charging exorbitant interest rates.
4. A person who is very skilled at something, particularly in sports or games.
- Example: She's a shark at poker, always walking away with the winnings.
5. A person, business, or entity that takes advantage of others, often in a deceptive or ruthless manner.
- Example: The company was run by sharks who cared only about profit.

The word 'shark' is believed to have originated from the Old English 'scear', meaning 'to cut'.

shark tank:

A competition where entrepreneurs pitch their business ideas to investors.

loan shark:

A person who lends money at unreasonably high interest rates.

blood in the water:

Indicates vulnerability that others might exploit.

dolphin:

A highly intelligent marine mammal.

whale:

A large marine mammal that breathes air.

anglerfish:

A deep-sea fish known for its bioluminescent lure.

Meaning: Shark in business

Example Sentence: He's a real shark in the stock market, always looking for the next big investment.

Meaning: Loan sharking

Example Sentence: She got caught up in loan sharking when she couldn't pay her debts.