Predator (Noun)
Meaning 1
Any animal that lives by preying on other animals.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
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Meaning 2
Someone who attacks in search of booty.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The pirate ship sailed the Caribbean seas, a notorious predator in search of gold and treasure.
- The Viking raiders were feared predators, attacking monasteries and villages to plunder their riches.
- The bandit was a ruthless predator, preying on unsuspecting travelers who crossed his path.
- The privateer was licensed by the government to attack enemy ships, but he was still a predator at heart, seeking to claim their cargo for himself.
- The conqueror was a skilled predator, using his military prowess to claim the wealth and resources of the defeated lands.