NOUN: "the lair of a wild usually predatory animal" Crossword Clue

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NOUN: "the lair of a wild usually predatory animal" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. the habitation of wild animals
2. a hiding place; usually a remote place used by outlaws

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

PREDATORY (adjective)
1. characterized by plundering or pillaging or marauding
2. living by preying on other animals especially by catching living prey
USUALLY (adverb)
1. under normal conditions

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