Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
carnivory
noun
/kɑːrˈnɪv.ə.ri/
Definition
Carnivory is the act of feeding on meat or the practice of consuming animal flesh.
Examples
- Many species of sharks exhibit carnivory, preying on smaller fish.
- Carnivory can be found in various animals, such as lions and wolves, that hunt for their meals.
Meaning
The term describes a dietary habit mainly focused on the consumption of animal tissues. It is often used in the context of organisms that primarily eat other animals for sustenance.
Synonyms
- meat-eating
- predation
- flesh-eating
