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predatory.

Of, or relating to a predator.

9 characters4 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

adj/ˈpɹɛdət(ə)ɹi/Received-Pronunciation/ˈpɹɛdəˌtɔɹi/General-American
  1. Of, or relating to a predator.

  2. Living by preying on other living animals.

  3. Exploiting or victimizing others for personal gain.

    figuratively
    predatory lending
    predatory inclusion
Where this word comes from

Borrowed from Latin praedātōrius, equivalent to predator + -y.

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