The term SLOTH, E.G. can be broken down into three crossword solutions: SIN (3 letters), ANIMAL (6 letters), and EDENTATE (8 letters). SIN is a noun meaning an immoral act considered to be a transgression against divine law. ANIMAL is a noun referring to any living creature that is not a plant or fungus. EDENTATE is an adjective describing animals that lack teeth, such as sloths. Sloths are slow-moving mammals found in the rainforests of Central and South America. They are known for their long claws and slow movements, which help them to hang from tree branches.