herbivore
Translation
herbivore
Examples
Cows are well-known herbivores.
Cows are well-known herbivores.
Many dinosaurs were giant herbivores.
Many dinosaurs were giant herbivores.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) an animal that feeds on plants Cows are well-known herbivores.
Similar Words
Synonyms: plant-eater; Antonyms: carnivore, omnivore
Etymology
From Latin 'herba' (herb) + 'vorare' (to devour, eat). Literally 'herb eater'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'herbi-' (herb) + '-vore' (eater). The '-vore' part is the same as in 'carnivore' (meat-eater).