raven

/ˈreɪvən/
noun
  1. A large, black bird of the crow family, known for its deep, harsh call and intelligence.
    • A raven perched on the old oak tree and let out a loud, echoing cry.
    • The raven is often a symbol of mystery and wisdom in many cultures.
    • In the forest, we spotted a raven with glossy black feathers watching us from a branch.
verb
  1. To eat or devour greedily or hungrily.
    • The hungry wolves ravened the carcass left behind by the hunters.
    • The lion ravened its prey with fierce, rapid bites.
    • After the long hike, the campers ravened their sandwiches as if they hadn't eaten in days.
  2. To seek or hunt for prey or plunder; to prowl for food or loot.
    • During the famine, desperate people ravened through the countryside for anything edible.
    • The hawk ravened over the field, scanning for mice.
    • The pirates ravened along the coast, looking for ships to rob.
Synonyms
adjective
  1. Having a glossy, deep black color, like the feathers of a raven.
    • The night sky was a raven black, with no stars visible.
    • She had long, raven hair that shone in the sunlight.
    • He wore a raven suit that made him look mysterious and elegant.