caverncreature
nounUK /ˈkævən ˈkriːtʃə/
US /ˈkævərn ˈkriːtʃər/
A cavern creature is an animal that lives in a big cave.
The cavern creature had pale skin and tiny eyes because it lived in the dark.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A make-believe monster said to hide inside caves.
The story warned of a cavern creature that guarded the treasure.
3. A small bug or fish that has adapted to life in dark caves.
Scientists found a new cavern creature in the flooded tunnel.
4. A scary figure in games and movies that lives underground.
In the game, the cavern creature chases you through the tunnels.