creature
crea-ture · noun
Definitions
noun
- 1.
An animal, as distinct from a human being.
- 2.
An animal or person.
- 3.
A fictional or imaginary being, typically a frightening one.
- 4.
A person or organization considered to be under the complete control of another.
Forms
plural: creatures
Phrases & expressions
- •creature comforts — material comforts such as good food and warmth
- •creature of habit — someone who follows the same routine
- •creature feature — a horror film featuring monsters
Related words
Etymology
From Old French creature, from Latin creatura meaning "a created being, thing," from creare meaning "to make, produce."