Definition

A large bird that eats dead animals and has a bare head and neck, often seen as a scavenger. It can also refer to a person who takes advantage of others in a greedy way.

Example

The vulture circled above, searching for its next meal.

Conversation

Did you see that documentary about vultures yesterday?

Yeah, it was fascinating how they clean up the environment!

I never realized how important vultures are to the ecosystem.

Exactly! Without them, we'd have a lot more dead animals around.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Vulture → The word originates from Latin 'vultur' (meaning a scavenger bird). It refers specifically to a bird known for feeding on carrion.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word 'vultur' which describes a scavenger bird — this helps you remember that a vulture is a bird that feeds on dead animals.

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