Definition of prey

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • prey is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • prey is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
  • prey is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 9

Definition of prey


  • profit from in an exploitatory manner (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. feed
  • animal hunted or caught for food (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. quarry
  • prey on or hunt for (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. predate
    2. raven
  • a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence (noun)

    Examples

    1. he fell prey to muggers

    Synonyms

    1. fair game
    2. quarry
    3. target

See definition of prey in Merriam Webster