animal

Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˈænɪməl/]

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Senses

1. animal (noun) — sense 1

Definition: A multicellular organism of the kingdom Animalia that is usually mobile, with cells that are not encased in a rigid cell wall (distinguishing them from plants and fungi) and derives energy solely from the consumption of other organisms.

Example: Near-synonym: critter

2. animal (noun) — sense 2

Definition: Any member of the kingdom Animalia other than a human.

3. animal (noun) — sense 3

Definition: A higher animal; an animal related to humans.

Example: When he's hungry my toddler opens his mouth like an animal instead of asking us to feed him.

Structure of the word

Roots:

h₂enh₁ (Proto-Indo-European)

Connections

Roots: h₂enh₁

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