Cool MateMeaning of Prey
an animal, a bird, etc. that is hunted, killed and eaten by another
In simple words: An animal that is hunted and eaten by another animal.
Prey in a sentence
- The lion will often stalk its prey for hours.
- **birds of prey** *(= birds that kill for food)*
- The young deer are ideal prey for the leopard.
- They watched a hawk swoop down on its unsuspecting prey.
- a cat pouncing on its prey
- Socially isolated young people are **easy prey** for extremists.
- Many small birds and rodents fall prey to the domestic cat.
- Since the attack, he had fallen prey to irrational fears.
- She knew she must not fall prey to his charm.
- The new government has fallen prey to corruption and fraud.
How to use Prey
Used mostly in discussions about animals or hunting. Avoid using it in non-animal context unless metaphorically. More common in literary or scientific discussions.
Grammar pattern
prey + on + object
Memory hint
Think of 'prey' as what a predator prays on; visualize a lion stalking its prey.
Related words
Collocations with Prey
Opposites of Prey
- predator
- hunter
Common mistakes with Prey
- Confused with 'pray' — these words sound similar but have very different meanings.
- Using 'prey' as a verb in the sense of to hunt or chase; 'prey' is usually a noun.
- Incorrectly using 'preys' as a plural; 'prey' can refer to both single and multiple animals.
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Prey in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
فريسة
حيوان يتم اصطياده وأكله من قبل حيوان آخر.
- Bengaliবাংলা
শিকার
এমন একটি প্রাণী যা অন্য প্রাণী শিকার করে খায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Beute
Ein Tier, das von einem anderen gejagt und gefressen wird.
- SpanishEspañol
Presa
Un animal que es cazado y comido por otro animal.
- Persianفارسی
شکار، طعمه
حیوان یا موجودی که توسط حیوان دیگری شکار و خورده میشود.
- FrenchFrançais
Proie
Un animal qui est chassé et mangé par un autre animal.
- Hindiहिन्दी
शिकार
एक जानवर जिसका शिकार किया जाता है और दूसरे जानवर द्वारा खाया जाता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Preda
Un animale che viene cacciato e mangiato da un altro animale.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Presa
Um animal que é caçado e comido por outro animal.
- RussianРусский
Добыча, жертва
Животное, на которое охотятся и которое едят другие животные.
- Urduاردو
شکار
ایسا جانور جسے دوسرا جانور پکڑ کر کھا جاتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
猎物, 捕食对象
被其他动物捕食和吃掉的动物。
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Frequently asked questions about Prey
What does Prey mean?
An animal that is hunted and eaten by another animal.
What is the definition of Prey?
an animal, a bird, etc. that is hunted, killed and eaten by another
How do you use Prey in a sentence?
The lion will often stalk its prey for hours.
Can you give another example of Prey?
**birds of prey** *(= birds that kill for food)*
What are synonyms for Prey?
Common alternatives include victim, quarry, game, spoil.
What is the opposite of Prey?
Opposite meanings include predator, hunter.
What words go with Prey?
It commonly pairs with easy, helpless, unsuspecting, chase, circle, hunt for, prey for, prey to, a beast of prey, a bird of prey, be prey to something, easy, helpless, unsuspecting, chase, circle, hunt for, prey for, prey to, a beast of prey, a bird of prey, be prey to something.
What are common mistakes when using Prey?
Confused with 'pray' — these words sound similar but have very different meanings. Using 'prey' as a verb in the sense of to hunt or chase; 'prey' is usually a noun. Incorrectly using 'preys' as a plural; 'prey' can refer to both single and multiple animals.
How do you pronounce Prey?
US: /["/preɪ/"]/, UK: /["/preɪ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Prey?
Used mostly in discussions about animals or hunting. Avoid using it in non-animal context unless metaphorically. More common in literary or scientific discussions.
What CEFR level is Prey?
"Prey" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.