Animals Vocabulary Words

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Word Definition Practice Sentence Synonyms Antonyms Part of Speech Description
cat A small domesticated mammal with claws, and a distinctive meowing sound. The cat stretched out lazily in the afternoon sun. Noun
dog A domesticated mammal commonly kept as a pet, known for its loyal and affectionate nature, typically having a furry coat, four legs, and a wagging tail. I take my dog for a walk in the park every morning. Noun
fish A cold-blooded vertebrate animal that lives in water, typically with gills for breathing and fins for swimming. I caught a big fish while out fishing with my friends last weekend. Noun
bird A warm-blooded vertebrate animal that has feathers, a beak, and typically lays eggs. I watched a colorful bird singing in the tree outside my window. Noun
hamster A small, furry rodent often kept as a pet, known for its round body, short legs, and cheek pouches for storing food. My pet hamster loves to run on her wheel at night. Noun
snake A long, legless reptile that slithers on the ground and may have venomous fangs. I saw a snake slithering through the grass. Noun
lizard A reptile with a long body, four legs, and a tail, typically found in warm climates. I saw a lizard sunning itself on a rock in the backyard. Noun
chicken A type of bird commonly raised for its eggs and meat. I grilled some chicken for dinner last night. Noun
turtle A shelled reptile with a bony or cartilaginous shell that typically resides in water and has flippers for swimming. The turtle swam gracefully through the clear blue water. Noun
horse A large mammal often used for riding, pulling carts, or for farm work, known for its four legs, hooves, and flowing mane and tail. She rode her horse through the fields at sunset. Noun

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