Creature (noun)

1. An animal, as distinct from a human being.
2. A living organism, as distinct from a nonliving thing.
3. A being, as distinct from a thing, especially an imaginary or fabulous being.
4. A person or thing that is created, especially by God.

Origin:

From middle english creature, from old french creature, from latin creatura, from creatus, past participle of creare ("to create").

Examples:

1. The jungle is home to many exotic creatures.
2. Dinosaurs were the dominant creatures on earth millions of years ago.
3. The dragon is a mythical creature in many cultures.
4. The creature from the black lagoon is a classic horror movie monster.
5. God created every living creature according to its kind.