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    Proie (en. Prey)

    /pʁɔi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A creature hunted by a carnivorous animal.
    The rabbit is often the prey of the fox.
    Le lapin est souvent la proie du renard.
    A person or thing often exploited or deceived.
    He fell prey to a scam.
    Il a été la proie d'une arnaque.
    In a more metaphorical context, this can refer to the object of desire or covetousness.
    The company has become the prey of fierce competition.
    Cette entreprise est devenue la proie d'une concurrence féroce.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'praeda', meaning loot or prey.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    easy prey
    a target that is easily attainable.
    proie facile
    to be at the mercy of one's prey
    to be in a position of weakness against the opponent.
    être à la merci de sa proie
    to become the prey of one's own demons
    to be a victim of one's own problems or anxieties.
    devenir la proie de ses propres démons

    Related Words

    predator
    animal that hunts other animals for food.
    prédateur
    to hunt
    the action of tracking and capturing animals.
    chasser
    eel
    small fish often considered prey by others.
    anguilles

    Slang Meanings

    Vulnerable target in a context of betrayal.
    He was the perfect prey in this matter.
    Il était la proie parfaite dans cette affaire.
    Easily manipulated person.
    Don't be the prey of their lies.
    Ne sois pas la proie de leurs mensonges.