850 B
850 B
prey, prey on, plunder, victims, tore ... apart, tear ... apart, torn ... apart
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:
Word Data:
- Strong's: H400, H957, H962, H1215, H2963, H2964, H5706, H5861, H7997, H7998