predation — the practice of preying naturally on others; the action of attacking or plundering
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the practice of preying naturally on others; the action of attacking or plundering
Pronunciation (IPA): /prɪˈdeɪʃən/
Korean meaning: 포식, 약탈 행위 (강한 것이 약한 것을 잡아먹거나 공격하는 행위)
Korean pronunciation: 프리**데이**션
Example Sentences
- The security cameras were installed to prevent predation by office snack thieves.
- Marine biologists study predation patterns to understand ecosystem dynamics.
- My wallet suffers from constant predation by coffee shops and restaurants.
predation
NOUN//prɪˈdeɪʃən//
the practice of preying naturally on others; the action of attacking or plundering
the practice of preying naturally on others; the action of attacking or plundering
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Origin
From Latin 'praedatio' meaning plundering or pillaging, derived from 'praedari' (to plunder), which comes from 'praeda' (prey or plunder).
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“The security cameras were installed to prevent predation by office snack thieves.”
“Marine biologists study predation patterns to understand ecosystem dynamics.”
“My wallet suffers from constant predation by coffee shops and restaurants.”
“The introduction of protective barriers reduced bird predation on fish farms.”
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