British spelling: to attribute human characteristics, emotions, or intentions to something that is not human, such as an animal or object.
From 'anthropomorphic' + '-ise' (British variant of '-ize'). Standard verb form emerging in 19th-century philosophy and literary criticism.
When you anthropomorphise your pet, you're not being silly—you're actually using the same social intelligence that helps you understand other people, just redirected toward your furry friend!
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