prey (A2)
noun, verb
Pronunciation: /preɪ/
Definition
An animal that is hunted and killed by another animal for food.
Examples
The owl swooped down to catch its prey.
Cheetahs are known for their incredible speed when hunting prey.
Many small animals are prey for larger predators.
How to Use prey
- prey on (phrasal verb)
- To hunt and kill (an animal) for food; to victimize someone. — "Snakes often prey on mice and small birds."
- fall prey to (prepositional phrase)
- To become a victim of something harmful or undesirable. — "He was afraid to walk alone at night, fearing he would fall prey to muggers."
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