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anthropophagous

 

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Adjective anthropophagous has 1 sense
  1. anthropophagous - of or relating to eaters of human flesh

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Anthropophagous

Adjective

1. Feeding on human flesh; cannibalistic.

Example sentence: The ancient tribe was known for their anthropophagous rituals, where they would consume the flesh of their enemies.

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2. Figuratively, describing someone or something that preys on others' harm or misfortune.

Example sentence: The tabloid journalist was criticized for his anthropophagous pursuit of the private lives of celebrities.

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Noun

1. A person who consumes human flesh; a cannibal.

Example sentence: The folklore of many cultures includes tales of evil anthropophagous creatures lurking in the night.

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