JLPT N1 Advanced
草食
Herbivory; figuratively describes passivity or a lack of assertiveness in relationships
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Other forms
草食動物 herbivorous animal
草食系 herbivore type
草食男子 herbivore man
1 Noun, No-adjective
Herbivorous" / "Plant-eating
Designates an organism that consumes plant matter as its primary source of nutrition.
2 Noun, No-adjective
Passive" / "Unassertive
Characterizes a person who lacks assertiveness or aggression, particularly in romantic relationships.
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