JACKALLED
Verb
jackalled
simple past tense and past participle of jackal
Source: Wiktionary
JACKAL
Jack"al`, n. Etym: [Pers. shaghal: cf. OF. jackal, F. chacal; cf.
Skr. ç\'f0gala.]
1. (Zoöl.)
Definition: Any one of several species of carnivorous animals inhabiting
Africa and Asia, related to the dog and wolf. They are cowardly,
nocturnal, and gregarious. They feed largely on carrion, and are
noted for their piercing and dismal howling.
Note: The common species of Southern Asia (Canis aureus) is yellowish
gray, varied with brown on the shoulders, haunches, and legs. The
common African species (C. anthus) is darker in color.
2. One who does mean work for another's advantage, as jackals were
once thought to kill game which lions appropriated. [Colloq.] Ld.
Lytton.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition