Meaning & Definition of Raptor in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: Any bird of the order Falconiformes, commonly referred to as birds of prey.

  Example Sentence: Eagles and hawks are raptors known for their hunting skills.

• Definition: A prehistoric carnivorous dinosaur belonging to the family Dromaeosauridae.

  Example Sentence: The Velociraptor is a famous example of a raptor from the dinosaur era.

Etymology

Origin: From Latin 'raptor', meaning 'seizer' or 'thief'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• top of the food chain: Refers to a species that is at the top, with no natural predators.
• eyes like a hawk: A phrase describing someone with very sharp eyesight or attention to detail.

Translations

• Spanish: raptor

• French: rapace

• German: Raubvogel

• Russian: хищная птица

Related Words

• predator: An animal that naturally preys on others.

• prey: An animal that is hunted and eaten by predators.

Slang Meanings of raptor

• Meaning: A term for someone who is overly aggressive in making a sale.

  Example Sentence: He really acted like a raptor when he tried to sell me that car.

• Meaning: Used to describe a person who is fiercely competitive.

  Example Sentence: In the gaming world, she's a raptor, always looking to outsmart her opponents.