plural prey also preys
Definition of prey
(Entry 1 of 2)
prey
verb
preyed; preying
Definition of prey (Entry 2 of 2)
1a
: to seize and devour prey
b
: to commit violence or robbery or fraud
2
: to have an injurious, destructive, or wasting effect
worry preyed upon his mind
3
: to make raids for the sake of booty
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