What is the meaning of carnivorous?

adjective

  • Relating to or characteristic of carnivores.
    • usage: "the lion and other carnivorous animals"
  • Used of plants as well as animals. ( feeding on animals)
    • usage: "carnivorous plants are capable of trapping and digesting small animals especially insects"
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