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PREYING

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Preying.

Preying - as a noun

A person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence

Example: "He fell prey to muggers"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fair gamequarrytarget

Animal hunted or caught for food

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
quarry

Preying - as a verb

Profit from in an exploitatory manner

Example: "He feeds on her insecurity"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
feed

Prey on or hunt for

Example: "These mammals predate certain eggs"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
predateraven

Example Sentences

"The lion was preying on a group of zebras near the waterhole."
"The eagle has been preying on small rodents for its meals."
"The serial killer was known for preying on innocent women."
"The hawk circles above, preying on unsuspecting prey below."
"Internet scammers are constantly preying on unsuspecting victims."
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Word Game Points

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

PREYING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is PREYING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, preying is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PREYING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is PREYING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, preying is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PREYING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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