animal

1. n. a living organism generally distinguished from plants by having motility and mechanisms for rapid response to outside events.

2. n. any such organism other than humans.

3. adj. beastlike, or characteristic of lower animals: lacking human faculties and sensitivities.

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Psychology term of the day

November 27th 2024

sexual tension

a condition of anxiety and restlessness associated with the sex drive and a normal desire for release of sexual energy. Sexual tension may be complicated by fear of inadequate performance, fear of an unwanted pregnancy, fear of discovery, or other concerns.