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.”
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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 notesIn 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.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Munchkins
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The _____ cat trotted across the room on its stubby legs.
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.
