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scavenger

/ˈskævəndʒɚ/

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1 · n.

an animal that feeds on dead or discarded matter

食腐动物

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The vulture is a scavenger that helps clear carcasses.
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秃鹫是一种食腐动物，有助于清理动物尸体。
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Pronunciation: /ˈskævəndʒɚ/

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