feral
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/ˈferəl/
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/ˈferəl/
wild and not controlled by humans, often used for animals that were once pets or farm animals
The feral cat was wary of humans and kept its distance.
a person who lives in a way that is not accepted by society, often used in a negative way
The media portrayed them as ferals, living off the land and rejecting modern conveniences.