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folivore

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Folivore (noun) means an animal that feeds mainly on leaves.

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An animal that feeds mainly on leaves.

"The Koala of Australia with its elongated cecum, and many species of primates, sloths, and the pandas are noteworthy folivores." — George A. Feldhamer et al, Mammalogy: Adaptation (2007)

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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”.

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Etymology

Formed from Latin folium (“a leaf”) and -vore, from Latin vorō (“to devour”).

Rhymes for folivore

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"folivore" (noun) means an animal that feeds mainly on leaves.