Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
predador
noun
/ˈprɛdəˌtɔr/
Definition
A predator is an organism that hunts and eats other organisms for food.
Examples
- The lion is a well-known predator in the African savanna.
- Hawks are predators that hunt small mammals and birds.
- In the ocean, sharks are considered apex predators.
Meaning
In the context of ecology, a predator can also refer to a creature that preys on another species, contributing to the natural balance of ecosystems.
Synonyms
- hunter
- meat-eater
- carnivore
- killer