tiger — A large wild cat with a yellow-orange coat with black stripes
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A large wild cat with a yellow-orange coat with black stripes
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtaɪɡər/
Example Sentences
- My cat thinks he's a tiger when he sees his reflection in the mirror.
- The tiger population in Asia has been declining due to habitat loss.
- She turned into a tiger when someone criticized her cooking.
tiger
NOUN[/ˈtaɪɡər/]
A large wild cat with a yellow-orange coat with black stripes
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Ancient Greek 'tigris', which was borrowed from Persian 'tigra-' meaning 'swift as an arrow'. The term captures the tiger's agility and rapid movement, and the same root gave rise to the name of the Tigris River.
Breakdown
tigra- (Persian: swift, arrow-like) → tigris (Greek: tiger). The Persian root emphasizes speed and sharpness of movement characteristic of the animal.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat thinks he's a tiger when he sees his reflection in the mirror.”
“The tiger population in Asia has been declining due to habitat loss.”
“She turned into a tiger when someone criticized her cooking.”
“The zookeeper feeds the tigers twice a day.”
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