man-eater

noun

man-eat·er | \ ˈman-ˌē-tər

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Definition of man-eater

: one that has or is thought to have an appetite for human flesh: such as

a : cannibal

b or man-eating shark : mackerel shark especially : great white shark

c : a large feline (such as a lion or tiger) that has acquired the habit of feeding on human flesh

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man-eater

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English Language Learners Definition of man-eater

: an animal (such as a shark or a tiger) that kills and eats people

humorous : an attractive woman who has many lovers

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man-eater

noun

man-eat·er | \ ˈman-ˌēt-ər

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Medical Definition of man-eater

: one (as a great white shark) that has or is thought to have an appetite for human flesh

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