predator

noun C1

Meaning

A predator is an organism, typically within the animal kingdom, that preys upon other organisms for sustenance, exhibiting behaviors and adaptations that enhance its ability to hunt, capture, and consume its prey, thereby playing a crucial role in ecologi
💡 The term "predator" is often misused to describe aggressive or harmful individuals in human contexts; however, in ecological terms, it specifically refers to species that hunt other species for food.

Example Sentences

The company acted as a predator in acquiring smaller competitors quickly .
The predator carefully stalked its prey in the dense forest .
The predator quietly stalked its prey through the dense forest .
The predator's impact on the ecosystem was studied extensively .

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