먹이, 사냥감
An animal that is hunted and killed by another animal (a predator) for food.
예문:
"The falcon spotted its unsuspecting prey from high above the cliffs."
"After a long chase, the lion finally brought down its exhausted prey."
"The ecosystem maintains balance through the relationship between predator and prey."
희생물, 피해자
A person or group that is easily deceived, harmed, or taken advantage of; a victim.
예문:
"Elderly citizens are often easy prey for financial scams."
"He became a prey to his own anxieties after losing the competition."
"The cult leader sought out isolated individuals and made them his easy prey."
잡아먹다, 포식하다
(Of an animal) to hunt and kill other animals for food.
예문:
"Owls typically prey on small rodents and insects during the night."
"In this remote area, wolves often prey upon deer herds."
괴롭히다, 착취하다
To exploit or take advantage of vulnerable people, or (of a negative thought or condition) to cause constant distress to someone's mind.
예문:
"Loan sharks prey on desperate individuals who cannot secure traditional financing."
"The constant worry about his health began to prey on his mind."
"We must ensure that businesses do not prey upon consumers with misleading advertisements."