1. a mammal of the order Carnivora, which includes cats, dogs, bears, seals, and related animals
Usage: scientific/zoological term

1. of, relating to, or belonging to the order Carnivora
Usage: scientific/zoological term

Examples

• Lions are carnivorans that hunt in groups on the African savanna.
• The fossil record shows that carnivorans evolved from small, tree-dwelling ancestors.
• Dogs and cats are both members of the carnivoran order.
• Carnivorans have specialized teeth adapted for tearing meat.
• Seals are marine carnivorans that feed primarily on fish.
• The study examined carnivoran behavior across different species.