Meaning of the word devours in English

What does devours mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

devours

US /dɪˈvaʊərz/
UK /dɪˈvaʊəz/

Verb

1.

eat (food or prey) hungrily or quickly

Example:
The lion devours its prey in minutes.
He devours books, reading several a week.
2.

consume or destroy something

Example:
The fire quickly devours the dry forest.
His ambition devours all his time and energy.