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Big Bad Wolf

Noun CEFR C1
ˌbɪɡ ˌbæd ˈwʊlf

Definitions

  1. An evil fictional wolf that appears in fairy tales or fables.
    usually
  2. Someone blamed for causing problems; a scapegoat.
    figuratively

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CEFR level

C1
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This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

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