noun

Munchkin

Munchkin (noun) means a breed of domestic cat known for its unusually short legs. Example: “The munchkin cat trotted across the room on its stubby legs.”

noun

A breed of domestic cat known for its unusually short legs.

"The munchkin cat trotted across the room on its stubby legs."

How to use Munchkin

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA short-legged cat breed, named for its small, distinctive stature.

When to use it

"Munchkin" is also used informally and affectionately for a small child, though that's not the dictionary's primary sense here.

Word forms

Munchkins plural

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Etymology

Named after the Munchkins, the small people from L. Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz.

Frequently asked questions

What does “Munchkin” mean?

The word “Munchkin” means a breed of domestic cat known for its unusually short legs. In plain terms, a short-legged cat breed, named for its small, distinctive stature.

How do you use “Munchkin” in a sentence?

Here is “Munchkin” used in a sentence: “The munchkin cat trotted across the room on its stubby legs.”

What part of speech is “Munchkin”?

“Munchkin” is a noun.

What is the meaning of Munchkin?

"Munchkin" (noun) means a breed of domestic cat known for its unusually short legs.