bobcat
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for bobcat, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A medium-sized North American wildcat with tufted ears and a short tail.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Named for its short, "bobbed" tail plus cat.
Full origin of bobcat →Frequently asked questions
What does “bobcat” mean?
The word “bobcat” means a medium-sized North American wildcat with tufted ears and a short tail. In plain terms, either a wild North American cat with a short tail, or a small digging machine used on building sites.
How do you pronounce “bobcat”?
“Bobcat” is pronounced BOB-kat (/ˈbɔb.kæt/ in IPA).
How do you use “bobcat” in a sentence?
Here is “bobcat” used in a sentence: “A bobcat was spotted near the hiking trail last week.”
What part of speech is “bobcat”?
“Bobcat” is a noun.
How many meanings does “bobcat” have?
“Bobcat” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a medium-sized North American wildcat with tufted ears and a short tail.