What is another word for zoolatry?
Pronunciation: [zˈuːlətɹˌɪ] (IPA) 
Zoolatry, derived from the Greek words "zoo" meaning animal and "latreia" meaning worship, refers to the worship of animals or the acceptance of them as deities. Some synonyms for zoolatry include theriolatry, zoism, and zoomorphism. Theriolatry refers to the worship of beasts, while zoism is the belief that animals possess sacred qualities. Zoomorphism, on the other hand, is the act of attributing animal characteristics to humans or depicting gods and goddesses in animal form. These terms are often used in the study of ancient religions or the classification of religious beliefs into animal-centered categories.
