Meaning of the word carnivorous in English
What does carnivorous mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
carnivorous
US /kɑːrˈnɪv.ɚ.əs/
UK /kɑːˈnɪv.ər.əs/
Adjective
1.
(of an animal) feeding on other animals
Example:
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Lions are carnivorous animals.
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Many dinosaurs were carnivorous predators.
2.
(of a plant) supplementing its nutrients by trapping and consuming insects or other small animals
Example:
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The Venus flytrap is a well-known carnivorous plant.
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Some bog plants are carnivorous, trapping insects to obtain nitrogen.
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