Crossword clue
Prey crossword clue
We have 16 answers for the clue “Prey”, from 4–8 letters. The most likely answer is QUARRY.
All answers for “Prey”
| Answer | Letters | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 4-letter answers | ||
| GAME | 4 | Wild animals hunted for food |
| KILL | 4 | Animal killed by a hunter |
| HUNT | 4 | Pursue for food, as in prey on |
| MARK | 4 | Intended victim of a swindle |
| DUPE | 4 | Person easily deceived |
| FEED | 4 | Take as food, as in prey on |
| 5-letter answers | ||
| CATCH | 5 | Something caught |
| SPOIL | 5 | Goods taken by force |
| BOOTY | 5 | Plunder taken in war |
| CHASE | 5 | Hunted animal, in older use |
| 6-letter answers | ||
| QUARRY Best match | 6 | Animal or person being hunted |
| VICTIM | 6 | One harmed or targeted |
| TARGET | 6 | Person or thing aimed at |
| 7-letter answers | ||
| EXPLOIT | 7 | Take advantage of, as in prey on |
| PLUNDER | 7 | Booty, in the archaic sense |
| 8-letter answers | ||
| FAIR GAME | 8 | Legitimate target |
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What does “Prey” mean?
A noun for an animal hunted and killed by another for food, and by extension a person who is targeted or easily deceived. As a verb, normally with 'on' or 'upon', it means to hunt or to exploit.
Solving tip
QUARRY (6) is the classic answer, with VICTIM (6) and GAME (4) close behind. Do not confuse it with 'pray'; cryptic setters use the pair as homophones.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to the crossword clue "Prey"?
The most likely answer is QUARRY (6 letters) — Animal or person being hunted. Other common answers are VICTIM (6), GAME (4), KILL (4), TARGET (6).
How many letters are in the answer to "Prey"?
Answers to "Prey" range from 4–8 letters. Count the squares in your grid and use the length filter on this page to narrow the list.