outpopulate

verb

out·pop·u·late | \ ˌau̇t-ˈpä-pyə-ˌlāt

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outpopulated; outpopulating

Definition of outpopulate

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: to surpass in number or population Bluegills reproduce as aggressively as they strike, and will, if unchecked by predators, outpopulate their food supply …— William Tapply

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