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depredate

/dɪˈprɛdət/ verb · British & US
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What does depredate mean?

verb

To plunder or pillage, especially in a systematic or organized way. To exploit or take advantage of something for one's own benefit.

Example

"The company was accused of depredate the natural resources of the region for their own profit."

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