The Clue
Rodent, to a raptor (4 letter answer)
The Answer
PREY
Tags
Notes
The answer PREY is seen frequently, appearing about once every 150 puzzles.
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Definition
PREY as a noun:
1. (prey, quarry, target, fair game) = a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence; "he fell prey to muggers"; "everyone was fair game"; "the target of a manhunt"
2. (prey, quarry) = animal hunted or caught for food
PREY as a verb:
1. (prey, feed) = profit from in an exploitatory manner; "He feeds on her insecurity"
2. (raven, prey, predate) = prey on or hunt for; "These mammals predate certain eggs"