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voracious

IPA pronunciation: /vəˈreɪ.ʃəs/

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Russian meaning

Прожорливый, ненасытный

English definition

Wanting or devouring great quantities of food; exceedingly eager.

Example

He was a voracious reader who digested scientific monographs every week.

Collocations

voracious reader
voracious appetite
voracious curiosity

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