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Animals - Nouns Relating to Animals

Here you will learn some English nouns relating to animals, such as "quadruped", "varmint", and "fauna".

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Words Related to Animals
extinction

a situation in which a particular animal or plant no longer exists

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leash
leash
[noun]

a long piece of rope, leather strap or light chain used for guiding and controlling a dog or other animals

Ex: She held the dog's leash tightly as they walked through the park. 
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migration
migration
[noun]

(in fish or birds) the act of moving to other regions with different climates according to each season

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creature
creature
[noun]

any living thing that is able to move on its own, such as an animal, fish, etc.

Ex: The forest was teeming with creatures of all shapes and sizes, from tiny insects to large mammals. 
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pet
pet
[noun]

an animal such as a dog or cat that we keep and care for at home

Ex: In the pet store, you can find various types of pets, such as birds, rodents, and reptiles. 
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animal
animal
[noun]

a living thing, like a cat or a dog, that can move and needs food to stay alive, but not a plant or a human

Ex: Birds are animals that can fly and build nests in trees. 
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pet sitter

someone whose job is to look after pets while their owners are away

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song
song
[noun]

a unique sound that a bird, an insect or a whale makes

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beast
beast
[noun]

an animal, usually a wild or dangerous one

Ex: The beast roared, shaking the ground beneath it. 
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wildness
wildness
[noun]

the state or quality of being untamed, uncontrolled, or existing in a natural and undomesticated state

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stroke
stroke
[noun]

a gentle, intentional touch, often with the hand, used to comfort, show affection, or provide reassurance

Ex: She gave the cat a comforting stroke. 
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mimicry
mimicry
[noun]

the similarity of one animal species to another species or to elements of its environment, providing camouflage or protection from predators

Ex: The caterpillar uses mimicry to look like a poisonous snake. 
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bite
bite
[noun]

a wound or injury inflicted by the teeth of an animal

Ex: The dog bite on his leg required immediate medical attention. 
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critter
critter
[noun]

a creature, especially a small or domestic animal

Ex: The barn was full of noisy critters, from goats to chickens. 
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brute
brute
[noun]

an animal that is typically large, strong, or violent in nature

Ex: The brute lurked in the forest, its heavy steps echoing through the trees. 
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quadruped
quadruped
[noun]

an animal with four legs, such as dogs, cats, horses, and cows

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livestock
livestock
[noun]

animals that are kept on a farm, such as cows, pigs, or sheep

Ex: The farm had a variety of livestock, including cows, pigs, and sheep. 
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varmint
varmint
[noun]

a small animal, usually a mammal, that is considered a nuisance or a pest

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biped
biped
[noun]

an organism or creature that has two feet and is capable of walking or standing upright on those feet

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animalia
animalia
[noun]

the taxonomic kingdom consisting of multicellular organisms that are heterotrophic

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fauna
fauna
[noun]

the animals of a particular geological period or region

Ex: Exploring the lush forest, we encountered a remarkable fauna of colorful birds, elusive mammals, and vibrant insects. 
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animal kingdom

a broad classification of multicellular organisms with diverse characteristics, including all living and extinct animals

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