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predação — meaning in English

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English meaning

predation noun The preying of one animal on others.
prey noun An animal that is hunted and eaten by another animal.

Senses

predação is used for these senses in English:

predation (zoology) The preying of one animal on others.
prey (archaic) The act of devouring other creatures; ravage.

predation — full definition

noun The preying of one animal on others.
noun The action of attacking or plundering.

prey — full definition

noun An animal that is hunted and eaten by another animal.
verb To hunt and kill for food, or to exploit someone vulnerable.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Portuguese words

predatismo presa preia