Tomcat

Pronunciation: /tɒmˌkæt/

Definitions of tomcat

noun a male cat, especially one that is strong, aggressive, and territorial

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a tomcat sleeping in the sun.

A2 The tomcat caught a mouse in the garden.

B1 Our neighbor's tomcat often visits our backyard.

B2 The tomcat's fur was a mix of black and white stripes.

C1 The tomcat's playful antics entertained us for hours.

C2 The tomcat's piercing green eyes stared back at me with curiosity.

Examples of tomcat in a Sentence

formal The tomcat is a domestic cat known for its hunting skills.

informal My neighbor's tomcat keeps sneaking into my yard.

slang That tomcat is a real cool cat.

figurative The CEO is like a tomcat, always on the prowl for new business opportunities.

Grammatical Forms of tomcat

• past tense: tomcatted
• plural: tomcats
• comparative: more tomcat
• superlative: most tomcat
• present tense: tomcats
• future tense: will tomcat
• perfect tense: have tomcatted
• continuous tense: is tomcatting
• singular: tomcat
• positive degree: tomcat
• infinitive: to tomcat
• gerund: tomcatting
• participle: tomcatting

Origin and Evolution of tomcat

First Known Use: 1350 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'tomcat' is believed to have originated from the combination of the name 'Tom' (a common name for male cats) and 'cat'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a male cat, the term 'tomcat' has evolved to also describe a man who is assertive or aggressive in pursuing romantic interests.