zoomorphic

/ˌzoʊəˈmɔrfɪk/

Anything that's zoomorphic has the form of an animal. If your cookie jar is shaped like a bear, with a removable head as its lid, you can describe it as zoomorphic.

Zoomorphic is derived from Greek roots, zoion, "an animal," and morphē, "form." Things that take the form of animals can include art, everyday objects, people, and even gods in some religions. Think of the zoomorphic Hindu god Ganesh, with his elephant's head and human body. Or your grandparents' zoomorphic front door knocker, shaped like a lobster. And you might decide on a zoomorphic costume for Halloween — a cat or a rabbit — instead of dressing like a superhero.

Definitions of zoomorphic

1. adjective

   having the form or characteristics of an animal
2. adjective

   representing divine beings or their qualities in animal form, especially in decoration or symbolism