Definitions

1. noun

The practice or diet of eating meat, especially large amounts of meat.

“The carnivorous diet of the tribe has sparked concerns about their environmental impact.”

2. noun

The habit of obtaining energy by consuming other animals.

“In the animal kingdom, carnivorism is a common adaptation among certain species.”

3. noun

The diet or eating habits of carnivorous animals, especially those that are primarily meat-eaters.

“The carnivorism of lions in the savannah is well-documented.”