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frugivorous

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Frugivorous (adj) means Describes an animal that mainly eats fruit.

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Describes an animal that mainly eats fruit.

"Although the vampire bat is known for feeding on blood, most species of bat eat insects, and many are frugivorous."

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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”.

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Etymology

Formed from Latin frūx (“fruit”) and -vorous.

Rhymes for frugivorous

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"frugivorous" (adj) means describes an animal that mainly eats fruit.

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