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Meaning of Feline Creature
A feline creature refers to a mammal of the family Felidae, typically having a slender body, retractable claws, and a short snout.
Definitions
- A carnivorous mammal of the family Felidae, including domestic cats, lions, tigers, leopards, and jaguars.
- * Any animal resembling a cat, such as a cat-like marsupial or a catfish.
Etymology of Feline Creature
The word "feline" comes from the Latin "feles," meaning cat, and the suffix "-ine," which forms an adjective.
The term "creature" originates from the Old French "creature," meaning a created being, from the Latin "creare," meaning to create.
Example Uses
- The feline creature curled up on my lap and began to purr.
- * The zoo is home to a wide variety of feline creatures, including lions, tigers, and leopards.