noun (plural nonsentients or nonsenting) as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:When considering the ethics of animal testing, it is important to distinguish between sentient and nonsentient beings.

Definition:Living things that do not possess the ability to think or be aware of their surroundings.

From nonsentient beings

Example:In discussions about the universe, nonsentient matter such as rocks is often contrasted with living organisms.

Definition:Non-living or inanimate objects; lacking properties of consciousness or intelligence.

From nonsentient matter