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carnivorous

[kahr-niv-er-uhs] / kɑrˈnɪv ər əs /
ADJECTIVE
eating animal flesh
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The research, published in Proceedings of the Royal Society B, examined 82 species of theropods, a group of mostly carnivorous, two legged dinosaurs.

From Science Daily • May 20, 2026

Red foxes are one of the most prevalent carnivorous mammals globally and are found in Europe, Asia and North America as well as in parts of Africa.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

We were determined to make it to Raccoon Island, and along the way spotted dolphins, iguanas, carnivorous birds and more, both coming and going.

From Salon • Feb. 2, 2026

Some carnivorous pitcher plants reflect UV light as part of their display, using colour, scent and nectar to lure prey.

From BBC • Oct. 14, 2025

Mama Woof smiled in her fashion, which is to say she pulled her carnivorous lips back over those razor-sharp teeth.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood




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