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prey
Related Ideas:
birds of prey, prey on
Definition:
The term "prey" refers to something that is hunted, usually an animal that is used for food.
- When animals "prey on" other animals, it means that they look for other animals and they kill and eat them.
- A "bird of prey" is a bird that preys on other animals.
The terms "prey" and "prey on" can be used figuratively.
- 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.
Picture of predator and Prey:
Picture of predator and Prey:
Translation Suggestions
- The term "prey" could also be translated as "hunted animal" or "hunted one" or "victim."
(See also: oppress)
Bible References:
Word Data:
- Strong's: H400, H957, H962, H2963, H2964, H5706, H5861, H6561, H7997
Forms Found in the English ULB:
birds of prey, prey, prey on