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zoomorphism
[ zoh-uh-mawr-fiz-uhm ]
zoomorphism
/ ˌzəʊəˈmɔːfɪzəm /
noun
- the conception or representation of deities in the form of animals
- the use of animal forms or symbols in art, literature, etc
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Derived Forms
- ˌzooˈmorphic, adjective
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Word History and Origins
Origin of zoomorphism1
First recorded in 1830–40; zoomorph(ic) + -ism
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Example Sentences
The Abyssinian Zoomorphism is a no less important phenomenon, and shows itself a manner quite peculiar.
From Project Gutenberg
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