critter
Translation
creature, animal
Examples
A small critter ran across the path.
A small creature ran across the path.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) critter a creature A small critter ran across the path.
Similar Words
Synonyms: animal, beast, creature
Etymology
An alteration of the word 'creature'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a cute or folksy way to say 'creature'. The '-itter' sound makes it sound smaller.