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There are 2 meanings of the word Carnivorous.

Carnivorous - as an adjective

Relating to or characteristic of carnivores

Example: "The lion and other carnivorous animals"

(used of plants as well as animals) feeding on animals

Example: "Carnivorous plants are capable of trapping and digesting small animals especially insects"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
herbivorousomnivorousinsectivorous

Example Sentences

"Lions are carnivorous animals."
"Some plants have developed carnivorous tendencies to obtain nutrients from insects."
"The Venus flytrap is a well-known carnivorous plant."
"Snakes are carnivorous reptiles that feed on other animals."
"Certain dinosaurs were believed to be carnivorous and would hunt smaller dinosaurs for food."
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Word Game Points

Is CARNIVOROUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, carnivorous is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CARNIVOROUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is CARNIVOROUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, carnivorous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CARNIVOROUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is CARNIVOROUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, carnivorous is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CARNIVOROUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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