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Meaning of vampire

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

vampire

Pronunciation:/ˈvæm.paɪ.ə(ɹ)/

noun

Definitions

  1. A mythological undead creature said to feed on the blood of the living.

    Synonyms:cadaver sanguinelamianosferatu
  2. A person with the medical condition systemic lupus erythematosus, colloquially known as vampirism, with effects such as photosensitivity and brownish-red stained teeth.

  3. A blood-sucking bat; vampire bat (Desmodus rotundus)

    Synonyms:vampire bat
  4. A person who drains one's time, energy, money, etc.

verb

Definitions

  1. To drain of energy or resources.