Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

animal

noun

/ˈæn.ɪ.məl/

Definition

A living organism that belongs to the kingdom Animalia and is characterized by voluntary movement, energy consumption, and a complex nervous system.

Examples

The lion is a powerful animal that is often referred to as the king of the jungle.
She has always had a passion for studying marine animals like dolphins and whales.
Insects are the most diverse group of animals on the planet.

Meaning

Animals are multicellular organisms that are usually capable of locomotion in their adult form, consume organic material, breathe oxygen, and reproduce sexually or asexually.