sanguivorous Definition
feeding on blood.
Using sanguivorous: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sanguivorous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The sanguivorous bat feeds on the blood of other animals.
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The mosquito is a sanguivorous insect that feeds on human blood.
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The leech is a sanguivorous worm that attaches itself to its host and feeds on its blood.
sanguivorous Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for sanguivorous
Origins of sanguivorous
from Latin 'sanguis' meaning 'blood' and 'vorare' meaning 'to devour'
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Summary: sanguivorous in Brief
The term 'sanguivorous' [sang-gwiv-er-uhs] refers to organisms that feed on blood. Examples include the sanguivorous bat, mosquito, and leech.
