The term 'Cousin of an Aardwolf' can be summarized as the five-letter word 'HYENA'. Hyenas are carnivorous mammals that are closely related to cats and dogs, and are found in Africa, the Middle East, and India. They are known for their distinctive laughing sound and scavenging habits. Aardwolves are also carnivorous mammals, but they are more closely related to mongooses and meerkats. They are found in Africa and feed mainly on insects.