Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

zoophilist

Noun

/ˈzuːəˌfɪl.ɪst/

Definition

A person who has a strong affinity or love for animals.

Examples

As a dedicated zoophilist, she volunteers at the animal shelter every weekend.
His zoophilist nature shines through in his artwork, which often features majestic wildlife.
The conference attracted many zoophilists eager to discuss animal rights.

Meaning

Zoophilist is derived from the Greek roots ‘zoo-‘ meaning animal and ‘-philist’ meaning lover. It describes someone who appreciates and cherishes animals.