Meaning of the word "animal kingdom" in English

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animal kingdom

US /ˈæn.ɪ.məl ˌkɪŋ.dəm/

UK /ˈæn.ɪ.məl ˌkɪŋ.dəm/

the group of all living creatures that are animals, as distinct from plants, fungi, etc.

Example:

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The diversity of species in the animal kingdom is astounding.

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Humans are part of the animal kingdom.

Synonym:

Animalia Metazoa fauna

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