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creature comfort

idiom
Meaning

Any small item or detail that makes a person feel comfortable and at home.


Origin

disputed origin

creature + comfort, in the sense of basic comforts enjoyed by non-human creatures.

Examples
SIMPLE

A warm blanket is my favorite creature comfort on a cold day.

CONTEXTUAL

When camping in the mountains, she missed the simple creature comforts of her own home, like a hot shower and a soft bed.

COMPLEX

Even in the harsh conditions of the remote research station, the scientists insisted on maintaining a few basic creature comforts to preserve their morale during the long winter.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    cold comfort

    Much less reassurance, consolation, aid, or pleasure than one needs or desires.

  2. 02

    comfort girl

    A female sex slave; prostitute.

  3. 03

    comfort woman

    A woman forced, or supposedly recruited, into brothels by the Japanese occupation forces before or during World War II.

  4. 04

    comfort zone

    The range of circumstances in which a person feels relaxed or able to cope.

  5. 05

    creature feature

    A horror film in which one or more monsters plays a prominent role.

  6. 06

    creature of habit

    One who is prone to routine.

  7. 07

    creature of statute

    A body created by legislation, especially a public body.

  8. 08

    creature of the night

    A prostitute.

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