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predation

3 syllables
noun
Quick answer

As a noun, predation means the preying of one animal on others.

Meanings of predation

4 meanings

noun

  1. zoologyThe preying of one animal on others.

  2. An act of plundering and pillaging and marauding

    Similar: depredation

  3. The act of preying by a predator who kills and eats the prey

Older and rare meanings (1)

  1. obsoleteThe action of attacking or plundering.

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Synonyms by meaning

noun: an act of plundering and pillaging and marauding
depredation

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