Cat

/kæt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A small domesticated carnivorous mammal with soft fur, a short snout, and retractable claws.

My cat loves to lounge in the sun on the windowsill.

A wild animal of the family Felidae, such as a lion, tiger, or leopard.

The documentary featured several big cats in their natural habitat.

A term used to refer to a person, often in a colloquial or informal context.

That cat is the best musician I've ever heard.

verb

To catch, confine, or kill a cat or a cat-like creature.

He decided to cat the stray from the neighborhood to take it to a shelter.

Middle English 'catte', from Old North French 'cat', from Latin 'cattus'.

scaredy cat:

A person who is easily frightened.

cat's pajamas:

Something considered to be excellent or the best.

curiosity killed the cat:

Inquiring into something can lead to trouble.

A cool or laid-back person.

That guy is a real cat, always chilling out.

To leave or exit.

Let's cat out of here and grab some food.