predator — an animal that hunts and kills other animals for food
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an animal that hunts and kills other animals for food
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpredətər/
Example Sentences
- My cat thinks he's a fierce predator, but he's scared of cucumbers.
- The documentary showed how predators adapt to urban environments.
- She's a predator in the business world - always hunting for the next big deal.
predator
NOUN[/ˈpredətər/]
an animal that hunts and kills other animals for food
A cheetah bursts from the grass, chasing a gazelle across the golden savanna — a true predator in action.
The senator stalks the editor like a predator!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'praedator' meaning 'plunderer' or 'robber', derived from 'praedari' meaning 'to plunder' or 'to prey upon', which comes from 'praeda' meaning 'prey' or 'booty'.
Breakdown
prae- (before/forth) + -dator (one who takes) = predator (one who takes/hunts prey)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat thinks he's a fierce predator, but he's scared of cucumbers.”
“The documentary showed how predators adapt to urban environments.”
“She's a predator in the business world - always hunting for the next big deal.”
“The security system protects children from online predators.”
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