Gadit

Cat

Definitions
1nounA small domesticated carnivorous mammal with soft fur, a short snout, and retractable claws. It is often kept as a pet or for catching mice.
The cat curled up on the windowsill, basking in the sunlight.
She adopted a stray cat from the shelter.
The cat chased the mouse across the kitchen floor.
Idioms & expressions
Curiosity killed the cat, Being too inquisitive can lead to trouble.
Let the cat out of the bag, To reveal a secret, often unintentionally.
Word Origin
Language
Old English
Original word
catt
Originally meant
domesticated feline
Background
The word 'cat' comes from the Old English 'catt', which is derived from the Late Latin 'cattus'. It has been used in English since the early Middle Ages to refer to the domesticated animal we know today.