noun
- A carnivorous freshwater fish of South America, known for its sharp teeth and aggressive behavior; a piranha.
Usage: Also called piranha; Primarily used in South American contexts
Examples
- The caribe is one of the most feared fish in the Amazon River.
- Local fishermen warned us about the caribes in that part of the river.
- A school of caribes can strip a large animal to the bone in minutes.
- The caribe's teeth are razor-sharp and designed for tearing flesh.