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Word: Vulture
Speech Type: Noun
late Middle English: from Anglo-Norman French vultur, from Latin vulturius
ˈvʌltʃə
a large bird of prey with the head and neck more or less bare of feathers, feeding chiefly on carrion and reputed to gather with others in anticipation of the death of a sick or injured animal or person.
Short Definition:large bird of prey with head and neck more or less bare of feathers, feeding chiefly on carrion
a contemptible person who preys on or exploits others
Short Definition:contemptible person who preys on or exploits others
Examples:- the press are vultures
- rock musicians are set upon by vulture managers
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