What does PREYS mean?

Heres the dictionary-style entry for "preys": preys

Parts of Speech: verb
Definitions:
1. to hunt and kill for food (e.g., a predator preys on its prey)
2. to exploit or take advantage of someone or something (e.g., scammers prey on vulnerable people)
Pronunciations:
1. US: /preɪz/
2. UK: /preɪz/
Origin and Usage:
1. The word "preys" comes from the Old French word "preier," which means "to plunder." It has been used in English since the 14th century.
2. "Preys" is commonly used in the context of hunting and predation, as well as in the context of exploiting or taking advantage of someone or something.
Synonyms:
1. hunt
2. capture
3. exploit
4. take advantage of
Related Words:
1. payer
2. prase
3. prays
4. pyres
5. resay
Example Sentences:
1. The lion preys on zebras and other grazing animals.
2. The scammer preys on elderly people who are living alone.

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