Definitions

1. noun

A bird of prey that has a keen sense of smell and feeds on dead animals, typically having a bald, hooked head and broad wings.

“The vulture circled above the desert, searching for its next meal.”

2. verb

To feed on dead animals, typically in a scavenging manner.

“The vulture was said to have vultured the carcass for hours.”

3. noun

A person who takes advantage of a difficult situation, typically for personal gain.

“The businessman was accused of vulturing the company’s assets after it went bankrupt.”