beastie
/ˈbiːsti/
noun
- A small animal or creature, often used affectionately or playfully.
- My cat is a playful beastie who loves to chase toys.
- The garden is full of tiny beasties like beetles and spiders.
- Look at that cute little beastie hiding under the leaf!
- A person, especially a child, who is mischievous or lively (informal, affectionate).
- My nephew is a cheeky beastie who always hides my shoes.
- Come here, you little beastie, and stop making a mess!
- The toddler was a happy beastie, running around the park.