animal
Translation
animal, creature, beast
Examples
A lion is a wild animal.
A lion is a wild animal.
Humans are also animals.
Humans are also animals.
He behaved like a complete animal.
He behaved like a complete animal.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an sth.)) a/an (adjective) animal A dog is a domestic animal.
Similar Words
Synonyms: creature, beast, organism; Antonyms: plant
Etymology
From Latin 'animalis' (having breath or soul), from 'anima' (breath, soul).
Memory Tips
Think of 'animation' - bringing things to life. Animals are living, animated beings.