Bobcat Meaning in English
word
ˈbɑbˌkæt
BAHB-kat
bˈɒbkæt
BOB-kat
Definition
A bobcat is a wild cat found in North America, about twice the size of a housecat, with short fur, tufted ears, and a short 'bobbed' tail.
Usage & Nuances
"Bobcat" is only used for the North American wildcat species (Lynx rufus). Not to be confused with 'lynx' (a different species) or housecats. Also the name of a construction equipment brand (unrelated animal use). Frequently found in wildlife contexts.
Spanish: lince rojo - gato montés americanoPortuguese (BR): lince-pardo - lince-vermelhoPortuguese (PT): lince-vermelho - lince-pardoChinese (Simplified): 猞猁 - 北美山猫Chinese (Traditional): 猞猁 - 北美山貓Hindi: बॉबकैट - जंगली बिल्ली (अमेरिका)Arabic: الوشق الأمريكيBengali: বোর্ড ক্যাট (উত্তর আমেরিকার বন্য বিড়াল)Russian: рыжая рысьJapanese: ボブキャットVietnamese: linh miêu đuôi ngắn - bobcat (mèo rừng Mỹ)Korean: 보브캣Turkish: bobcat - kırmızı vaşak (Kuzey Amerika vahşi kedisi)Urdu: بوب کیٹ (امریکی جنگلی بلی)Indonesian: bobcat - kucing hutan Amerika Utara
Example Sentences
A bobcat lives in the forest.
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The bobcat is bigger than a housecat.
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I saw a bobcat at the zoo.
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Bobcats are shy and usually hunt at night.
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The hiker spotted a bobcat crossing the trail.
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If you're camping in North America, you might hear a bobcat yowling at night.
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