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- pronunciation:
- vaem
paIr
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a legendary being, often said to be a revived corpse, that preys on people in order to suck out their blood.
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| definition 2: |
one who preys upon or exploits others, esp. a woman who seduces men in order to exploit them; vamp.
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| definition 3: |
any of various bats native to Central and South America, some species of which feed on the blood of various vertebrates.
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| related words: |
monster |
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| derivations: |
vampiric (adj.), vampirish (adj.) |
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