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Definition of grazer

grazer

/ˈɡreɪzər/
gra · zer
Plural:grazers
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grazer Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An herbivorous animal that feeds primarily on grass and other low-lying vegetation in pastures or grasslands.

Example

"Zebras and wildebeests are dominant grazers across the African savanna."

2

A person who eats small amounts of food frequently throughout the day rather than sitting down to large formal meals.

Example

"As a habitual grazer, she prefers keeping healthy snacks at her desk instead of taking a heavy lunch."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In ecology, a 'grazer' specifically feeds on low-lying grasses and herbaceous plants (like cattle or zebras), whereas a 'browser' feeds on leaves, shoots, and twigs from higher shrubs and trees (like giraffes or deer).

• Rhymes for grazer

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Grazer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/grazer
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