(of sheep, cows, etc.) to feed on the grass in a field
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to pursue and capture or kill other animals as a means of securing food or defending territory
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(of an aircraft or a bird) to descend steeply in the air
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(of animals or birds) to lose hair, feathers, etc. temporarily before they grow back
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(of some animals or plants) to spend the winter sleeping deeply
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(of fish, birds, or other animals) to move to different geographic areas according to seasons in order to breed, find food, or escape harsh environmental conditions
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to move through water by moving parts of the body, typically arms and legs
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(of a bird) to land and rest on something, such as a branch, bar, etc.
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to root out something with the snout
(of a bird, aircraft, etc.) to remain at one place in midair
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to change wild animals or plants for human use or cultivation
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(of an animal or baby) to take or eat food
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(of birds) to make high-pitched and pleasing sounds
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to make or become undetectable by resembling the color or shape of a surrounding
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to rub gently or caress an animal's fur or hair
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(of a bird) to move the beak in a sudden movement and bite something
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to move stealthily or quietly towards prey or a target, typically in a deliberate and calculated manner
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(of an animal or insect) to pierce the skin of another animal or a human, typically injecting poison, either in self-defense or while preying
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to cut into flesh, food, etc. using the teeth
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to go higher while flying
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to move smoothly and quietly, like a snake
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to follow a person or thing and see where they go, often for the purpose of catching them
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(of a bird or an animal) to move forward by jumping on all feet
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to react or respond with anger, irritation, or indignation, often by stiffening or erecting hairs or bristles on the body
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(of a horse) to leap or jump with its back arched, typically in an attempt to throw off a rider or in a show of resistance
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to twist or pull fibers together to form a continuous thread or yarn
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to gather or travel to a place in large, dense groups
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to deposit pollen on a plant or flower so that it can produce new seeds or fruit
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(of a bird) to produce a melodious, trilling, or warbling song with a series of varying notes and pitches
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to groom oneself or another individual by straightening and cleaning the feathers or fur using the beak or tongue
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to build a nest or live in it
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to shed or cast off of old skin, scales, feathers, or horns, typically as part of a natural growth
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to track something using one's sense of smell, typically performed by animals to locate food, identify potential threats, or find mates
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to search for and consume decaying or dead organic matter as a source of food, often done by animals
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/pɹˈeɪ ˈɑːn/
to hunt, capture, and eat other animals as a means of survival
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to stand or rise onto the back legs, usually referring to animals
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to use the front feet in a repetitive and scratching motion, often done by animals to express eagerness, curiosity, or frustration
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to pass, endure, or spend the winter season
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/fˈiːd ˈɑːn/
to regularly eat a specific type of food to stay alive and grow
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to cause a marine animal to come onto shore or land, either intentionally or unintentionally
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to move about in a lively and playful way, usually by jumping or running, as seen in the behavior of young or excited animals
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to play or engage in lively, joyful, and often energetic or spontaneous activities
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to shake, fluff up, or disarrange the feathers of a bird, either as a sign of agitation, aggression, or fear, or as a part of their natural grooming behavior
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to expel a fine mist or stream of liquid or other substance from the body, often as a defense mechanism or as a way to mark territory or communicate with other animals
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to startle or suddenly move away from something or someone, often due to fear, timidity, or a desire to avoid contact or attention
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to scratch or scrape at something with the hands or claws, as if trying to dig or climb
to dig or search for something by using the snout, as done by certain animals like pigs
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to dig a hole or tunnel into the ground or other surface to create a space for shelter or habitation
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to chew and regurgitate food, typically performed by ruminant animals such as cows and sheeps
(of a horse, etc.) to ride as fast as possible
(of a horse or other animals) to move at a speed faster than a walk and slower than a canter
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to feed on leaves, twigs, or other plant materials by nibbling or grazing, commonly done by animals such as deer or goats
to bound or run with long, easy strides, often seen in animals such as horses, wolves, or gazelles
to walk in a proud or self-assured manner, with the body held upright and the chest puffed out
to jump very high or over a long distance
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to move quickly and lightly from somewhere or something to another
to move smoothly and effortlessly through the air or on a surface with little or no propulsion
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to move or flap rapidly and lightly, typically referring to the motion of wings, leaves, or other flexible objects
to run or move quickly and playfully with small, light steps
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to move stealthily and with intent, especially by a predatory animal
to leap or spring forward with energy and enthusiasm, often with all feet leaving the ground simultaneously
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to walk at a slow and leisurely pace, usually without any particular purpose or urgency
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to quickly and unexpectedly attack a group or place to surround and capture them
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to walk with short, clumsy steps and a swaying motion from side to side, typically as a result of being overweight or having short legs
to attack violently and suddenly in a battle
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to move or travel through the air
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to move slowly with the body near the ground or on the hands and knees
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to move in a slow, heavy, and awkward manner, often due to the size or weight of the body or object being carried
to move or make something move from one side to another while suspended
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