carnivore

/kɑrnɪˈvoʊr/

Definitions

1. noun

An animal that eats meat, especially as its primary source of nutrition.

“The lion is a carnivore and a skilled hunter.”

2. noun

A person who eats meat, especially in large quantities.

“The carnivore at the dinner party devoured the entire steak.”

3. verb

To eat meat, especially in large quantities.

“After eating a big meal, she began to carnivore again.”

Synonyms

  • carnivorous animal
  • meat-eater

Antonyms

  • herbivore
  • vegetarian