Omnivorously: meaning, definitions and examples
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omnivorously
[ ɒmnɪˈvɔːrəsli ]
eating habits
Omnivorously refers to the manner of consuming both plant and animal food. This term is often used to describe organisms, particularly animals, that eat a diverse range of foods including meats, fruits, vegetables, and grains. The versatility in diet allows omnivorous creatures to adapt to various environments and food availability. Moreover, it can imply a certain lack of dietary restrictions, signifying an eagerness to consume anything edible.
Synonyms
all-eating, unspecialized, varied.
Examples of usage
- The bear feeds omnivorously on berries and fish.
- Humans have evolved to eat omnivorously, which has aided in survival.
- Many animals, such as raccoons, forage omnivorously to maximize their food source.
Translations
Translations of the word "omnivorously" in other languages:
🇵🇹 onivoramente
🇮🇳 सर्वाहारी तरीके से
🇩🇪 omnivor
🇮🇩 omnivora
🇺🇦 всежеревно
🇵🇱 wszystkożernie
🇯🇵 雑食的に (zasshokuteki ni)
🇫🇷 omnivorément
🇪🇸 omnivoramente
🇹🇷 herbivor olarak
🇰🇷 잡식성으로 (jabsikseong-euro)
🇸🇦 بشكل شامل (bishakl shamil)
🇨🇿 všejedně
🇸🇰 všedožravým spôsobom
🇨🇳 杂食性地 (záshí xìng de)
🇸🇮 vsejede
🇮🇸 almennur
🇰🇿 барлығын жеу тәсілімен
🇬🇪 ყველას მირთმევის წესით (qvelas mirthmevis ts'ets'it)
🇦🇿 hərtərəfli şəkildə
🇲🇽 omnivoramente
Etymology
The word 'omnivorous' is derived from the Latin roots 'omnis', meaning 'all', and 'vorare', meaning 'to eat'. This formation highlights the all-encompassing nature of an omnivorous diet, one that includes a variety of foods rather than being restricted to either plants or animals. The term has been used since the mid-19th century in literature and scientific texts to categorize certain species based on their dietary habits. Over time, it has found its way into everyday usage to describe human eating patterns and preferences, reflecting a broader cultural acceptance of diverse diets and the flexibility in food consumption.