As someone who was groomed at 8 and sexually assaulted at 19, I think there's a slight difference between being a pedo and the term "predator" (as used by tengaged). Predators target teenagers while pedos target pre-pubescent children.Their MO is similar but their targets differ. These terms aren't mutually exclusive since pedos by definition are predators, but like I previously stated they have a specific target. Most of abusers on this site are labeled as predators because they target minors who are in their teens. *****Regardless, both predators (as used by tg) and pedos are equally as dangerous since they get off on this power dynamic.******
I hope this makes sense. Feel free to disagree. My only intention is to add to the conversation.
personally i think the meaning behind either term is understood considering the user base on this website and that's what matters which is why i don't think terminology is as necessary to comprehend the situation.