Predator
(noun)
- An animal that naturally preys on other animals for food.
- An organism that lives by preying on other organisms.
- A person or organization that exploits or victimizes others for personal gain.
Origin:
From latin praedator ("plunderer, robber"), from praedari ("to plunder, rob"), from praeda ("spoil, plunde.r")
Examples:
- The lion is a predator of the gazelle.
- Sharks are predators of fish and other marine animals.
- He is a predator who preys on vulnerable women.
- The company was accused of being a predator, exploiting its customers.
- Predators such as foxes, raccoons, and skunks are common in urban areas.