Definitions

1. verb

to deprive something of its animal nature or characteristics, or to remove the animal aspect of something.

“The process of deanimalizing the creature took months, and it eventually became a humanoid being.”

2. verb

to remove the animal instincts or qualities from something or someone, especially in the context of magic or fantasy.

“The wizard attempted to deanimalize the werewolf, but it broke free from his spell.”

3. noun

the process or act of deanimalizing something or someone.

“The deanimalization of the monster was a long and grueling process.”