predation
Translation
predation
Examples
The study focuses on the effects of predation.
The study focuses on the effects of predation.
Many animals have adapted to avoid predation.
Many animals have adapted to avoid predation.
Grammar Patterns
predation by ((sb./sth.)) the act of one animal hunting and killing another Predation by lions is common.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hunting; Antonyms: symbiosis, mutualism
Etymology
From Latin 'praedatio' (plundering), from 'praedari' (to plunder), which comes from 'praeda' (prey).
Memory Tips
Think of what a 'predator' does. The action of a predator is 'predation'.