nonanimal
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //nɒnˈænɪməl//
KK: /nɑnˈænɪməl/
adjective
Definition
Something that does not come from or involve animals.
Example
The nonanimal ingredients in the recipe are all plant-based.
Conversation
Have you tried making nonanimal dishes lately?
Yeah, I've been experimenting with vegetable-based meals.
That's awesome! I love how nonanimal options can be so creative.
Absolutely! It's fun to discover new flavors without using meat.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
plant
vegetal
synthetic
Antonyms
animal
living
organic
noun
Definition
Something that is not an animal.
Example
Plants and fungi are examples of nonanimals.
Conversation
Have you ever thought about how many nonanimal products we use every day?
Yeah, it’s interesting to consider what’s actually in our homes.
Exactly! I mean, even our cleaning supplies are mostly nonanimal based.
Root Explanation
Nonanimal → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "animal" (from Latin "animalis", meaning living being or creature). The word "nonanimal" refers to something that is not a living creature or organism, specifically not an animal.
Memory Tip
Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'animal' referring to a living creature. This helps you remember that 'nonanimal' describes something that is not a living creature.
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