Zoomorphic
Adjective
UK
/ˌzuː.əˈmɔː.fɪk/
US
/ˌzuː.əˈmɔːr.fɪk/
Definition
Shaped or designed like an animal.
Example
"The temple had zoomorphic statues of lions and birds."
"The necklace had a zoomorphic pendant shaped like a small elephant."
"Artists in many cultures made zoomorphic art to show animals as symbols of power."
Explanation
Zoomorphic means having the shape or form of an animal. For example, the ancient pot had a zoomorphic design that looked like a bird. Artists and designers use zoomorphic shapes in art, jewellery, and decoration to make things look like animals. It comes from two words: “zoo” (animal) and “morph” (shape). People in history often made zoomorphic statues to show their love or respect for animals.