animal

[ˈænɪməl]

animal Definition

a living organism that feeds on organic matter, typically having specialized sense organs and nervous system and able to respond rapidly to stimuli.

Using animal: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "animal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The zoo has a wide variety of animals from all over the world.

  • Example

    I love watching animal documentaries on TV.

  • Example

    The cat is a domesticated animal.

animal Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for animal

Phrases with animal

  • the group of living organisms that includes multicellular organisms with cells that have nuclei and are surrounded by membranes, and that are heterotrophic, meaning they obtain food by consuming other organisms

    Example

    The animal kingdom is incredibly diverse, ranging from tiny insects to massive whales.

  • the idea that animals should be entitled to the possession of their own lives and that their most basic interests—such as the need to avoid suffering—should be afforded the same consideration as similar interests of human beings

    Example

    Many people believe in animal rights and advocate for better treatment of animals in agriculture and research.

  • the actions and reactions of animals to their environment and to each other

    Example

    Scientists study animal behavior to better understand how animals interact with each other and their surroundings.

Origins of animal

from Latin 'anima', meaning 'breath, soul'

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Summary: animal in Brief

An 'animal' [ˈænɪməl] is a living organism that feeds on organic matter, typically having specialized sense organs and nervous system and able to respond rapidly to stimuli. It includes a wide range of creatures from domesticated pets to wild animals in the jungle. Phrases like 'animal kingdom' and 'animal rights' use 'animal' to denote the group of living organisms that includes multicellular organisms with cells that have nuclei and are surrounded by membranes, and that are heterotrophic, meaning they obtain food by consuming other organisms.

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