jaguarundi

/dʒæɡwɑːˈrʌndi/

Definitions

1. noun

a small, wild cat native to Central and South America, characterized by a distinctive head shape and a long, flexible body

“The jaguarundi is a solitary and primarily nocturnal animal.”

2. noun

a type of wild cat found in the Americas, often considered a subspecies of the ocelot

“The jaguarundi has a unique appearance among felines, with its long legs and bushy tail.”

Synonyms

  • feline
  • ocelot
  • wildcat

Antonyms

  • domesticated cat
  • housecat