Meaning & Definition of word "Creature"

Creature

/ˈkriːtʃər/

1. A living being, especially an animal.
- Example: The forest is home to many fascinating creatures, including deer and foxes.
2. A fictional or mythological being.
- Example: In the movie, the hero battles a fearsome creature that lurks in the shadows.
3. A person, especially one regarded in a specified way.
- Example: He was a curious creature, always asking questions and seeking adventure.
4. A human being, often used in a derogatory or dismissive way.
- Example: She could not believe that he would act like such a creature after all they had been through.

From Middle English 'creature', from Old French 'creature', from Latin 'creatura', meaning 'something created'.

creature of habit:

A person who tends to act in predictable ways.

strange creature:

An unusual or eccentric person.

organism:

Any individual entity that exhibits the properties of life.

beast:

A large and often dangerous animal.

being:

A living entity.

Meaning: A term used to describe a person who behaves oddly or excessively.

Example Sentence: He’s such a creature, always acting out at parties.

Meaning: Used affectionately to refer to a pet or loved one.

Example Sentence: Look at my little creature, always getting into trouble!