1. (n.) Anything created; anything not self-existent; especially, any being created with life; an animal; a man.

2. (n.) A human being, in pity, contempt, or endearment; as, a poor creature; a pretty creature.

3. (n.) A person who owes his rise and fortune to another; a servile dependent; an instrument; a tool.

4. (n.) A general term among farmers for horses, oxen, etc.

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