Preying
Definitions
- (v.) Present participle of prey, meaning to hunt, exploit, or victimize another, often unlawfully or unethically.
The corporation was accused of preying on vulnerable consumers.
Forms
- prey
- preyed
- preys
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Commentary
'Preying' is mainly used as the present participle or gerund form of 'prey' in legal contexts, often implying unlawful or unethical exploitation.
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