creature

noun B2

Meaning

A creature is any living being, especially an animal, that possesses distinct characteristics and behaviors.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "creature" with "creation," as the former refers to living beings while the latter refers to something that has been made or produced.

Example Sentences

The creature moved quietly through the dark forest at night .
The creature was carefully studied by the scientists in the laboratory .
What kind of creature did you see in the forest ?

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