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Cannibalism

Verb / ˈkænʌbʌˌlɪzʌm / Another word for cannibalism — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the act of one human eating another human

Synonyms & similar words

anthropophagy cannibalization consumption devouring eating flesh-eating gourmandism man-eating omophagy people-eating phagomania sarcophagy vampirism xenomania zombieism auto-cannibalism endocannibalism exocannibalism anthropotheism

Example sentences

  1. Cannibalism is considered a taboo in most societies.
  2. Some animals engage in cannibalism as a way to survive.
  3. Cannibalism is a serious crime in most countries.
  4. Cannibalism is not a sustainable source of food.
  5. Cannibalism was practiced in some ancient cultures.

Quotes

  • 'Cannibalism is the Quickest Way to Eat Your Enemies.' - Stanislaw Jerzy Lec
  • 'Cannibalism is the great taboo; it's the ultimate transgression.' - Michael Finkel
  • 'Cannibalism, racism, savagery and brutality have been with us for centuries.' - Winona LaDuke

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