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graminivore

Definitions

An animal that feeds primarily on grass.

An organism that subsists on a diet consisting of grains or grasses.

Examples

The horse is a classic example of a graminivore, as its digestive system is specifically adapted to process large quantities of grass.

While many animals are omnivorous, the specialized teeth of the graminivore allow it to efficiently grind down tough, fibrous plant material.

Synonyms

herbivore graminivorous grass-eater grazer pasturer vegetarian

Antonyms

carnivore omnivore insectivore frugivore piscivore predator