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Cannibalism Definition & Meaning

cannibalism
noun
  1. the practice of eating the flesh of your own kind

"Cannibalism" in song lyrics

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  • "Watch as the entire world turns to cannibalism"
    Halfbreed — Serial Killaz
  • "Musical mannerisms are parallel to cannibalism"
    Hieroglyphics — The Who
  • "Fathom the cause of cattle cannibalism"
    Immortal Technique f/ Akir, Pharoahe Monch — Apocalypse Remix *

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Frequently asked questions

What does cannibalism mean?
the practice of eating the flesh of your own kind
What part of speech is cannibalism?
Cannibalism is a noun.

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