Carnassiers (en. Carnivores)

/kaʁ.nas.je/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Any fish that primarily feeds on other fish or animals.

Carnivorous fish like pike are feared by anglers.

Les carnassiers comme le brochet sont redoutés des pêcheurs.

A group of fish including species like zander and catfish.

Carnivorous fish often inhabit the cool waters of rivers.

Les carnassiers habitent souvent dans les eaux fraîches des rivières.

Referring to a fish that has teeth suited for hunting.

The teeth of carnivorous fish allow them to capture their prey effectively.

Les dents des carnassiers leur permettent de capturer leurs proies efficacement.

The term 'carnivorous' comes from the Latin 'carnassius', which refers to flesh and the consumption of meat.

to hunt carnivorous fish

To fish for predatory fish.

chasser les carnassiers

fishing for carnivorous fish

Fishing technique targeting carnivorous fish.

pêche aux carnassiers

to stay alert in the presence of carnivorous fish

To be vigilant due to the presence of predators.

rester sur ses gardes face aux carnassiers

predator

Animal that hunts other animals for food.

prédateur

fishing

Activity of catching fish.

pêche

dentition

Type and structure of teeth in an animal's mouth.

dentition

Referring to a person who is opportunistic and consumes the resources of others.

He is a true predator in the business world.

Il est un vrai carnassier dans le monde des affaires.

A highly competitive fishing enthusiast.

This angler is a predator; he always wants to catch the biggest fish.

Ce pêcheur est un carnassier, il veut toujours attraper le plus gros poisson.