Wild animals: meaning, definitions and examples

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wild animals

 

[ waɪld ˈænɪməlz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in the forest

Animals that live in the wild without human intervention, typically found in forests, grasslands, deserts, and other natural environments. These animals are not domesticated and rely on instinct for survival.

Synonyms

non-domesticated animals, wildlife

Examples of usage

  • The lion is a wild animal that roams the savannah.
  • The bear is a common wild animal in the forest.
Context #2 | Noun

zoos

Animals that are not domesticated and are kept in captivity for public display or conservation purposes. These animals may have been rescued from the wild or bred in captivity.

Synonyms

exotic animals, zoo animals

Examples of usage

  • The zoo has a variety of wild animals from all over the world.
  • The conservation center works to protect endangered wild animals.

Translations

Translations of the word "wild animals" in other languages:

🇵🇹 animais selvagens

🇮🇳 जंगली जानवर

🇩🇪 wilde Tiere

🇮🇩 hewan liar

🇺🇦 дикі тварини

🇵🇱 dzikie zwierzęta

🇯🇵 野生動物 (やせいどうぶつ)

🇫🇷 animaux sauvages

🇪🇸 animales salvajes

🇹🇷 vahşi hayvanlar

🇰🇷 야생 동물

🇸🇦 حيوانات برية

🇨🇿 divoká zvířata

🇸🇰 divoké zvieratá

🇨🇳 野生动物 (yěshēng dòngwù)

🇸🇮 divje živali

🇮🇸 villt dýr

🇰🇿 жабайы жануарлар

🇬🇪 ველური ცხოველები

🇦🇿 vəhşi heyvanlar

🇲🇽 animales salvajes

Word origin

The term 'wild animals' dates back to ancient times when humans first encountered animals in their natural habitats. Throughout history, wild animals have played a significant role in human culture, from hunting and gathering to conservation and eco-tourism. The relationship between humans and wild animals continues to evolve, with ongoing efforts to protect and preserve these species in the face of habitat loss and climate change.