vulture

noun

UK/ˈvʌl.tʃəʳ/
US/ˈvʌl.tʃɚ/

Definitions of vulture noun

  1. Countable(可數名詞)

    A large bird of prey characterized by a bare head and neck, that feeds primarily on the carcasses of dead animals.

    禿鷹

    • Vultures are often seen circling in the sky over the African savanna.

      禿鷹經常在非洲大草原上空盤旋。

    • Vultures play a vital role as scavengers in the ecosystem.

      禿鷹作為生態系統中的清道夫扮演著重要角色。

    • This bird is known for its habit of feeding on dead animals.

      這種鳥以食用動物屍體的習性而聞名。

  2. Countable(可數名詞)disapproving(貶義)

    A person or entity that seeks to gain advantage from the misfortunes or difficulties of others.

    趁火打劫者;乘人之危者

    • When a company faces financial difficulties, those who act like vultures will seize the opportunity.

      當一家公司面臨財務困難時,那些像禿鷹一樣的人會抓住機會。

    • After the real estate market crashed, many speculators swooped in like vultures, seeking to buy at low prices.

      房地產市場崩潰後,許多投機者像禿鷹一樣湧入,尋求低價購買。

    • The media is often criticized for acting like vultures, focusing only on negative news.

      媒體經常被批評為像禿鷹一樣,只關注負面新聞。