predatory
US /ˈpred.ə.tɔːr.i/
UK /ˈpred.ə.tər.i/
形容词
1.
捕食性的, 食肉的
relating to or denoting an animal or animals that hunts other animals for food
示例:
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Lions are predatory animals.
狮子是捕食性动物。
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Some birds have predatory instincts.
有些鸟类具有捕食性本能。
2.
掠夺性的, 剥削性的
seeking to exploit or harm others for one's own gain
示例:
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The company engaged in predatory pricing to drive out competitors.
该公司采取掠夺性定价以排挤竞争对手。
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He was accused of predatory behavior towards vulnerable individuals.
他被指控对弱势群体有掠夺性行为。