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prey, prey on, victims, tore ... apart, tear ... apart, torn ... apart, birds of prey, tearing ... in pieces

Definition:

The term "prey" refers to something that is hunted, usually an animal that is used for food.

• In a figurative sense, "prey" can refer to a person who is taken advantage of, abused, or oppressed by a more powerful person.
• To "prey on" people means to take advantage of them by oppressing them or stealing something from them.
• The term "prey" could also be translated as "hunted animal" or "hunted one" or "victim."
• After an animal catches its prey, it often "tears it apart" as it eats it.

(See also: oppress)

Bible References:

• Jeremiah 12:09
• Psalms 104:21

Word Data:

• Strong's: H400, H957, H962, H1215, H2963, H2964, H5706, H5861, H6561, H7997, H7998