Wildcat

Pronunciation: /waɪld.kæt/

Definitions of wildcat

noun a wildcat strike

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a wildcat in the forest.

A2 The wildcat is a solitary animal that hunts at night.

B1 Conservation efforts are being made to protect the wildcat population.

B2 The wildcat's sharp claws and teeth make it a formidable predator.

C1 Researchers are studying the behavior of wildcats in their natural habitat.

C2 The elusive nature of the wildcat makes it a challenging subject for wildlife photographers.

Examples of wildcat in a Sentence

formal The conservationists were thrilled to spot a wildcat in the forest, as they are a rare sight in the region.

informal I heard there's a wildcat roaming around the neighborhood, so be careful with your pets.

slang That guy is a total wildcat on the basketball court - he's fast and aggressive.

figurative Her temper can be like a wildcat when she's upset - you never know what she might do next.

Grammatical Forms of wildcat

• past tense: wildcatted
• plural: wildcats
• comparative: more wildcat
• superlative: most wildcat
• present tense: wildcats
• future tense: will wildcat
• perfect tense: have wildcatted
• continuous tense: is wildcatting
• singular: wildcat
• positive degree: wildcat
• infinitive: to wildcat
• gerund: wildcatting
• participle: wildcatting

Origin and Evolution of wildcat

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'wildcat' originated from the Old English word 'wilde catt' which referred to a feral or untamed species of cat.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'wildcat' expanded to refer to various wild feline species, particularly the small wildcats found in different regions around the world. It also came to be used metaphorically to describe something that is untamed, unpredictable, or uncontrollable.