panda

/ˈpændə/

Definitions

1. noun

a large, black-and-white bear-like mammal native to China, especially the giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca).

“The giant panda is an endangered species found only in a few mountain ranges in central China.”

2. verb

to eat or gather bamboo, especially in large quantities.

“The pandas spent all day panda-ing in the bamboo forest.”

3. verb

to take something and hold onto it tightly, especially a person’s attention.

“The comedian panda-ed the crowd with his funny jokes.”

Synonyms

  • bamboo-eater
  • bear

Antonyms

  • omnivore
  • predator