Critters: meaning, definitions and examples

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critters

 

[ หˆkrษชtษ™rz ]

Context #1

small animals

Critters are small creatures, especially animals or insects. They are often found in forests, meadows, or even in urban areas. Critters can include rodents, birds, insects, and other small wildlife.

Synonyms

animals, creatures, wildlife

Examples of usage

  • The forest was full of critters scurrying around.
  • We spotted a cute critter in the garden.
  • The campsite was visited by critters looking for food.
Context #2

slang for people

Critters can also be used informally to refer to people, especially in a group or community setting. It is a casual and friendly way to address a group of individuals.

Synonyms

folks, group, people

Examples of usage

  • Hey, critters, let's gather around for a group photo!
  • The critters at the office organized a surprise party for the boss.

Translations

Translations of the word "critters" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น criaturas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคพเคฃเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kreaturen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ makhluk

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั‚ะฒะพั€ั–ะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ stworzenia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็”Ÿใ็‰ฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท crรฉatures

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ criaturas

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yaratฤฑklar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ƒ๋ฌผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฎู„ูˆู‚ุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tvorovรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tvory

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็”Ÿ็‰ฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ bitja

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skepnur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐั€ะฐั‚ั‹ะปั‹ัั‚ะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ แƒกแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mษ™xluqlar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ criaturas

Word origin

The term 'critters' originated from Middle English 'creatures', which referred to all living beings. Over time, it evolved to specifically denote small animals or creatures. The slang usage of 'critters' to refer to people is believed to have emerged in informal social settings, emphasizing camaraderie and group dynamics.