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animalia
nounVery low (Scientific/Technical)
/ˌanɪˈmeɪlɪə/A scientific term for the taxonomic kingdom comprising all multicellular, eukaryotic organisms that are typically mobile, heterotrophic (obtain energy by consuming other organisms), and lack cell walls.
animalier
nounC1/C2
/ˌanɪˈmalɪeɪ/An artistic work, especially a sculpture or painting, that depicts animals realistically; an artist who specializes in depicting animals.
animalism
nounC2
/ˈænɪməlɪzəm/The philosophical belief that humans are essentially animals, lacking a higher spiritual or rational nature, or the physical, instinct-driven aspects of human behaviour.
animalist
nounC2
/ˈæn.ɪ.mə.lɪst/A person who believes in the superiority of animal instincts or physical nature over intellectual or spiritual aspects; someone who advocates for animal rights or welfare.
animality
nounC2
/ˌæn.ɪˈmæl.ɪ.ti/the physical, instinctual, or non-rational nature of animals (and by extension, humans).
animalize
verbverb-transitiveC2 / Very Low
/ˈæn.ɪ.mə.laɪz/to make something resemble or behave like an animal; to give animal characteristics to something.
animate
adjectiveverbverb-transitiveC1
/ˈæn.ɪ.meɪt/To give life, energy, movement, or spirit to something or someone.
animated cartoon
nounB1
/ˈæn.ɪ.meɪ.tɪd kɑːˈtuːn/A short, filmed series of hand-drawn or computer-generated moving images, typically telling a humorous or simple story and often created for entertainment, especially for children.
animated oat
nounLow (idiomatic)
/ˈæn.ɪ.meɪ.tɪd əʊt/An idiom referring to an exceptionally lively, energetic, or restless person.
animateur
nounLow
/ˌæn.ɪ.məˈtɜː/A person who organizes and leads cultural or artistic activities, especially in broadcasting, the arts, or community events.
animatic
adjectivenounC2/Professional
/ˌæn.ɪˈmæt.ɪk/A preliminary version of a film, video, or animated sequence, created by editing together storyboard images with a soundtrack, to test timing, pacing, and narrative flow before full production.
animation
nounB2
/ˌæn.ɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/The process of making films, videos, or computer games in which drawings or models are photographed and manipulated to appear as moving images.
animatism
nounC2
/ˈæn.ɪ.mə.tɪ.zəm/The attribution of life and personality (but not individual spirit or soul) to natural phenomena, objects, or the universe as a whole; a belief in a generalized, impersonal supernatural power.
animator
nounB2
/ˈæn.ɪ.meɪ.tə/A person who creates animations, giving movement and life to drawings or digital models.
animatronics
nounC1
/ˌæn.ɪ.mə.ˈtrɒn.ɪks/The technology of making and operating lifelike robots, typically for film, theme parks, or entertainment, using electronics and mechanics to control movement.
anime
nounMedium
/ˈæn.ɪ.meɪ/A style of animation originating in Japan, characterized by colorful artwork, stylized artistic techniques, and often fantastical themes and character designs.
animism
nounLow
/ˈæn.ɪ.mɪ.zəm/The belief that natural objects, phenomena, and the universe itself possess a distinct spiritual essence or soul.
animosity
nounC1
/ˌæn.ɪˈmɒs.ə.ti/A feeling of strong dislike, ill will, or hatred, often leading to opposition or hostility.
animus
nounC1
/ˈæn.ɪ.məs/A strong feeling of dislike, hatred, or hostility.
anion
nounC1
/ˈæn.aɪ.ən/A negatively charged ion, attracted to the anode (positive electrode) during electrolysis.

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