vampire

US /ˈvæm.paɪr/
UK /ˈvæm.paɪr/
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1.

a mythical creature that subsists by feeding on the life essence (generally in the form of blood) of the living

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The old castle was rumored to be haunted by a vampire.
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In many stories, vampires can only be killed by a stake through the heart.
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undeadnosferatu
2.

a person who preys on others, especially by extorting money or by taking advantage of their weakness

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He's a real emotional vampire, always draining the energy from everyone around him.
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The company was accused of being a financial vampire, exploiting its employees.
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exploiterparasiteleechextortionist
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vampire bat