scavenger
Translation
scavenger
Examples
Vultures are well-known scavengers.
Vultures are well-known scavengers.
The kids went on a scavenger hunt.
The kids went on a scavenger hunt.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) is a scavenger (sb./sth.) is an animal that eats dead animals A hyena is a scavenger.
scavenger hunt a game where people find items on a list We organized a scavenger hunt for the party.
Similar Words
Synonyms: forager, collector, rummager
Etymology
Originally from 'scavage' (a toll on goods), referring to someone who collected this toll. The meaning shifted to one who searches and collects.
Memory Tips
Imagine an animal that 'scours' the 'avenues' for food.