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noun
A shapeshifter that can change between human and some animal form, such as a werewolf or werebear.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: rare
Topics: fantasy, fiction, literature, media, publishing
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Synonyms: wereanimal, werebeast
Antonyms: none provided
History
From were- + creature.
