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zoomorphic

adj · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /zoʊəˈmɔɹfɪk/
  • rhymes with -ɔː(ɹ)fɪk

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adj

Meaning 1

Having the shape, form, or likeness of an animal.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • The zoomorphic Hindu god Ganesha has the head of an elephant.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From zoo- + -morphic.

Across languages

Translations

6 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Irish: míolchruthach — having the shape, form, or likeness of an animal
  • Irish: sómorfach — having the shape, form, or likeness of an animal
  • Italian: zoomorfico — having the shape, form, or likeness of an animal
  • Italian: zoomorfo — having the shape, form, or likeness of an animal
  • Portuguese: zoomórfico — having the shape, form, or likeness of an animal
  • Scottish Gaelic: ainmh-chruthach — having the shape, form, or likeness of an animal