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herbivore

Pronunciation: /ˈhəːbɪvɔː/
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Definition of herbivore

noun

  • an animal that feeds on plants: [as modifier]:predatory carnivores and their herbivore prey

Derivatives

herbivorous

Pronunciation: /-ˈbɪv(ə)rəs/
adjective

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Latin herba 'herb' + -vore (see -vorous)

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