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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

depredation

/dɪˈprɛdəʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does depredation mean?

noun

The act of plundering or ravaging, especially by an animal or a group of animals; the state of being plundered or ravaged.

Example

"The farmer's crops were a victim of depredation by the wild deer."

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