Carnivorous Definition & Meaning

carnivorous
adjective
  1. relating to or characteristic of carnivores; "the lion and other carnivorous animals"
  2. (used of plants as well as animals) feeding on animals; "carnivorous plants are capable of trapping and digesting small animals especially insects"

"Carnivorous" in song lyrics

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  • "But I'm righteous carnivorous"
    Casual — I Gotta (Get Down)
  • "Ambigous catch, real rap carnivorous"
    FunkDoobiest — Oye Papi
  • "Hustle so vigorous, we carnivorous"
    Screwed Up Click f/ H.A.W.K., Mike D — On Deadly Ground

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