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What does catgirl mean?
A popular kemonomimi type: a human-looking girl with feline ears, tail and sometimes mannerisms, often saying 'nya'.
"There's a legally required catgirl in every fantasy anime now."
Origin
English fandom term for the neko (cat) subtype of animal-eared characters.
Frequently asked questions
What is a catgirl?
It is a human-looking girl character with feline ears and a tail, and sometimes cat-like mannerisms such as saying 'nya'.
Is a catgirl a type of kemonomimi?
Yes, a catgirl is the neko (cat) subtype of the animal-eared kemonomimi category.
Why are catgirls so common in anime?
They are an extremely popular archetype, so much so that fans joke there's a 'legally required' catgirl in every fantasy anime.
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