Pronunciation: /ˈmaʊntən ˈlaɪən/
noun a large landform that rises steeply above the surrounding area
A1 I saw a mountain lion in the forest.
A2 Mountain lions are also known as cougars or pumas.
B1 Hikers should be cautious of encountering a mountain lion on the trail.
B2 Conservation efforts are being made to protect the habitat of the mountain lion.
C1 The mountain lion is a skilled predator, capable of taking down large prey.
C2 Researchers study the behavior of mountain lions to better understand their ecological role.
formal The mountain lion is also known as a cougar or puma.
informal I saw a mountain lion while hiking in the woods.
slang Watch out for that big cat, it might be a mountain lion!
figurative Dealing with that difficult client is like trying to tame a mountain lion.
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