omnivore

• Substantiv, das ein Lebewesen – einschließlich des Menschen – bezeichnet, das sich sowohl von pflanzlicher als auch von tierischer Nahrung ernährt.

A noun referring to an organism, including humans, that consumes both plant and animal matter as a food source.

1. Person who eats all kinds of foodB1formal

   A person who consumes a wide variety of foods, including both plant-based and animal-based products.

   Allesfresser

   • As an omnivore, she enjoys both salads and steaks.
   • Most humans are omnivores, eating fruits, vegetables, and meat.
   • The restaurant caters to omnivores and vegetarians alike.

2. Animal that eats both plants and animalsB1formalscientific

   An animal that naturally feeds on both plant and animal matter as part of its diet.

   Allesfresser

   • Bears are omnivores, eating berries, fish, and small mammals.
   • Raccoons are opportunistic omnivores that eat almost anything.
   • The pig is a classic example of an omnivore in the animal kingdom.