Pronunciation: /ˈkɑːrnɪvɔːr/
noun a living organism that primarily feeds on animal flesh
A1 A lion is a carnivore.
A2 Many people mistakenly believe that bears are carnivores.
B1 Cats are obligate carnivores, meaning they need meat to survive.
B2 The cheetah is known as the fastest land mammal and a skilled carnivore.
C1 Scientists study the behavior of carnivores in the wild to better understand their ecological role.
C2 Some carnivores have evolved specialized hunting techniques to catch their prey.
adjective relating to or characteristic of a carnivore
A1 The carnivore animals at the zoo are always fed meat.
A2 My cat is a carnivore animal and loves to hunt for birds.
B1 The restaurant specializes in serving carnivore dishes like steak and ribs.
B2 The documentary highlighted the hunting behavior of carnivore species in the wild.
C1 The scientist conducted a study on the impact of climate change on carnivore populations.
C2 The conservationist worked tirelessly to protect endangered carnivore species from extinction.
formal The lion is a well-known carnivore, feeding primarily on meat.
informal My cat is a carnivore, she loves her meaty treats.
slang That guy at the gym is a total carnivore, always eating protein.
figurative In the business world, you need to be a carnivore to succeed and thrive.
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