animal

UK
/ˈæn.ɪ.məl/
US
/ˈæn.ə.məl/

Translations

animalnoun
animals
pl
UK
/ˈæn.ɪ.məl/
US
/ˈæn.ə.məl/
The zoo is home to a wide variety of animals from around the world.
Le zoo abrite une grande variété d'animaux venus du monde entier.
Additional translations
bêteFiguré, pour une personne brutale ou grossière.
morduFamilier, pour une personne très passionnée par une activité.
animaladjective
UK
/ˈæn.ɪ.məl/
US
/ˈæn.ə.məl/
The animal instincts of the predator were evident in its hunting behavior.
Les instincts animaux du prédateur étaient évidents dans son comportement de chasse.

Definitions

animalnoun
A living organism that feeds on organic matter, typically having specialized sense organs and nervous system and able to respond rapidly to stimuli.
The zoo is home to a wide variety of animals from around the world.
A mammal, as opposed to a bird, reptile, fish, or insect.
The farm had several animals, including cows, pigs, and horses.
A person who behaves in a wild, aggressive, or uncivilized manner.
During the argument, he acted like an animal, shouting and throwing things.
A person who is highly enthusiastic about or adept at a particular activity.
She's a real party animal, dancing until the club closes every night.
animaladjective
Relating to or characteristic of animals.
The animal instincts of the predator were evident in its hunting behavior.