Animal ( noun , adjective )

(As a noun)

Animal ( noun )

1. A living organism that feeds on organic matter, typically having specialized sense organs and nervous system and able to respond rapidly to stimuli.
2. A living organism other than a human, especially a mammal, bird, or fish.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french animal, from latin animal "living being, animal", from anima "soul, breath".

Examples:

1. The lion is a fierce animal.
2. Elephants are intelligent animals.
3. Whales are the largest animals in the sea.
4. The animal kingdom is diverse and fascinating.
5. The animal was captured and taken to the zoo.

(As an adjective)

Animal ( adjective )

1. Of or like an animal or animals.
2. Relating to the physical and instinctive needs and behavior of animals.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french animal, from latin animal "living being, animal", from anima "soul, breath".

Examples:

1. The animal instincts of the predator.
2. Animal have a strong sense of self-preservation.
3. The animal kingdom is diverse and fascinating.
4. The animal behavior of the lion.
5. The animal-like movements of the monkey.