Dictionary entryCEFR A2noun
animal
IPA pronunciation: /ˈænɪml/
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животное
English definition
A living creature that is not a plant, such as a dog, cat, or bird.
Example
The zoo has many different animals from around the world.
Collocations
- wild animal
- domestic animal
- animal rights
- animal shelter
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