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What do animals have to do with the English language? A whole lot! You'll be surprised to know just how many English expressions involve animals. Consider some of the fascinating ways in which animals are involved in everyday English.

 

   Let's begin with a basic linguistic process, the analogy. An analogy is a comparison between two things and a convenient way for language to create new meanings. Animals are usually used because they are familiar to everyone. By way of analogy, animal expressions draw on the similarities between animals and humans. People who are not courageous are called "chickens," while brave leaders are said to be "lionhearted." In most cases, it is not hard to see the logic behind the comparisons.