transcription, транскрипция: [ ʃɑ:(r)k ]
( sharks)
Note: The form 'shark' can also be used as the plural form for meaning 1.
1.
A shark is a very large fish. Some sharks have very sharp teeth and may attack people.
N-VAR
2.
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 )
Beware the sharks when you are making up your mind how to invest.
N-COUNT [ disapproval ]
see also loan shark