prey

US /preɪ/
UK /preɪ/
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1.

an animal that is hunted and killed by another for food

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The lion stalked its prey through the tall grass.
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Birds of prey have sharp talons.
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victimquarrygame
2.

a person or thing that is hunted or exploited by another

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Elderly people are often easy prey for scammers.
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He fell prey to his own ambition.
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victimtargetdupe
1.

to hunt and kill for food

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Wolves typically prey on large herbivores.
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Certain birds prey on insects.
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huntfeed ondevour
2.

to exploit or victimize (someone)

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Loan sharks often prey on desperate individuals.
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He felt like he was being preyed upon by the system.
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exploitvictimizetake advantage of
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prey onbird of prey