Definition

A living thing that hunts and eats other living things for food.

Example

The lion is a powerful predator in the animal kingdom.

Conversation

Did you watch that documentary about the big cats?

Yeah, it was fascinating to see how each predator hunts.

I couldn't believe how smart they are when stalking their prey.

Right? It really shows how nature balances itself with each predator playing a role.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Predator → It is formed from "praedari" (meaning to plunder or seize) and the suffix "-or" (indicating a person or thing that performs an action). The word "predator" refers to an entity that seizes or hunts for prey.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'seizes' ('praedari') their food — that's why a predator is an animal that hunts and captures its prey.

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