Preyed
/ˈpreɪd/
Definitions
- (v.) Past tense of prey; to hunt or victimize, often used metaphorically for exploiting or oppressing others legally or otherwise.
The company preyed on vulnerable consumers through misleading contracts.
Forms
- prey
- preying
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Commentary
As a past tense form, 'preyed' refers back to 'prey' for substantive definitions; commonly used in legal contexts relating to exploitation or unfair targeting of parties.
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