herbivore

UK
/ˈhɜːbɪvɔː/
US
/ˈhɜrbɪvɔr/

Translations

herbivorenoun
herbivores
pl
UK
/ˈhɜːbɪvɔː/
US
/ˈhɜrbɪvɔr/
The deer is a herbivore that feeds on grass and leaves.
Олень - это травоядное, которое питается травой и листьями.
Synonyms
Antonyms
herbivoreadjective
UK
/ˈhɜː.bɪ.vɔː/
US
/ˈɝː.bɪ.vɔːr/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., 'herbivore mammals') to mean ‘relating to plant-eating animals’. Non-gradable.

Definitions

herbivorenoun
An animal that feeds chiefly on plants.
The deer is a common herbivore found in many forests.
A person who eats only or mainly plant-based food (informal).
Since turning herbivore, Jack has felt more energetic.
herbivoreadjective
Relating to, characteristic of, or intended for herbivores.
The zoo built a new herbivore enclosure for giraffes and zebras.