eat one's young
verbEtymology
The term is derived from the zoological phenomenon of animals killing and consuming their own young for sustenance.
Definitions
To betray a constituent or charge out of self-serving interests or desperation.
- With bankruptcy looming, the corporation eventually began eating its young; massive layoffs were announced, and all employee benefits and bonuses were suspended.
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