Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
creature
noun
/ˈkriːtʃər/
Definition
A living being, especially an animal.
Examples
- The forest is home to many strange and wonderful creatures.
- She felt like a creature of the night, wandering under the stars.
- The documentary featured a variety of aquatic creatures.
Meaning
The term ‘creature’ refers to any living organism that is animate, including animals and sometimes humans, highlighting their existence as physical beings.
Synonyms
- being
- organism
- animal
- life form