feral
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Meaning · English
A furry character in art or literature which has the appearance of a regular animal (typically quadrupedal), that may or may not be able to communicate with humans or "anthros".
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The story is about a group of ferals which have to explore the ruins of society after the humans die out.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “feral” mean?
A furry character in art or literature which has the appearance of a regular animal (typically quadrupedal), that may or may not be able to communicate with humans or "anthros".
Is “feral” formal or informal?
feral is generally slang.