ANIMALS/ VOCABULARY/ UNIT 3

 

 ANIMALS GLOSSARY 

1. To Mate

Definition: When animals reproduce by coming together to breed.

Example: "Lions mate during specific seasons."

2. Male / Female

Definition: The two biological sexes of animals.

Example: "A male peacock has colorful feathers, while the female does not."

3. To Rest / Nest

Definition:

To rest: To relax or sleep.

Nest: A structure built by birds and some animals for shelter or laying eggs.

Example: "Birds rest in their nests after a long day."

4. To Hunt

Definition: To search and kill other animals for food.

Example: "Tigers hunt at night to catch their prey."

5. To Graze

Definition: When herbivores eat grass or plants.

Example: "Cows graze in the fields all day."

6. To Roam

Definition: To move around freely without a fixed direction.

Example: "Wolves roam the forest in search of food."

7. To Feed / To Breed

Definition:

To feed: To give or find food.

To breed: To reproduce and have offspring.

Example: "Farmers feed the chickens so they can breed healthy chicks."

8. To Lay / To Hatch

Definition:

To lay: When birds or reptiles produce eggs.

To hatch: When a baby breaks out of an egg.

Example: "The hen lays eggs, and after 21 days, the chicks hatch."

9. Fangs

Definition: Sharp teeth used for biting, especially in predators.

Example: "Snakes use their fangs to inject venom."

10. Muzzle / Snout

Definition: The front part of an animal’s face, including the nose and mouth.

Example: "Dogs have a strong snout for smelling things."

11. Den / Shelter

Definition:

Den: A cave or hidden home for wild animals.

Shelter: A safe place for animals.

Example: "Bears sleep in their den during winter."

12. Prey / Predator

Definition:

Prey: An animal that is hunted and eaten.

Predator: An animal that hunts others.

Example: "A rabbit is prey, while a fox is a predator."

13. Cattle / Livestock

Definition: Farm animals raised for food or work.

Example: "Farmers take care of cattle to produce milk."

14. Herd

Definition: A large group of animals.

Example: "A herd of elephants crossed the river."

15. Tentacles

Definition: Long, flexible limbs found in sea animals like octopuses.

Example: "An octopus uses its tentacles to catch prey."

16. Fur

Definition: The thick hair covering some animals.

Example: "Cats have soft fur."

17. Shell

Definition: A hard outer covering for protection.

Example: "Turtles hide inside their shell when they feel threatened."

18. Fins

Definition: Flat structures that help fish swim.

Example: "Sharks use their fins to glide through the water."

19. Trunk

Definition: The long, flexible nose of an elephant.

Example: "An elephant uses its trunk to drink water."

20. Claws

Definition: Sharp nails used for hunting or climbing.

Example: "Eagles have powerful claws to grab prey."

21. Jaws

Definition: The bones of the mouth that hold teeth.

Example: "A crocodile has strong jaws."

22. Paws

Definition: The soft feet of animals like cats and dogs.

Example: "My cat has small paws."

23. Tweezers

Definition: Small pincer-like structures used by some animals to grab things.

Example: "Ants use their tweezers-like mandibles to carry food."

24. Humps

Definition: The fatty deposits on a camel’s back.

Example: "Camels store fat in their humps to survive in the desert."

25. Wings

Definition: The body parts birds and insects use to fly.

Example: "Eagles spread their wings to soar in the sky."

26. Horns / Antlers

Definition:

Horns: Permanent structures found in animals like bulls.

Antlers: Branch-like bones that grow and fall off in animals like deer.

Example:"A moose has large antlers."

27. Feathers

Definition: The soft covering of a bird’s body.

Example: "Peacocks have colorful feathers."

28. Spots

Definition: Small dots or patterns on an animal’s body.

Example: "Leopards have spots for camouflage."