herbivore
noun C2
Plain meaning
an animal that eats plants
Exam-register meaning
In formal or high-level texts, it is used to describe an animal that eats plants, often with a precise or specialised tone.
In context
naturalThe article mentioned herbivore as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines herbivore in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear herbivoreevidence of herbivorewidespread herbivore
Watch out
Do not use “herbivore” as a vague high-level replacement; make sure the sentence really needs this specific noun.