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Puma - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A puma is a large, powerful wild cat also known as a cougar or mountain lion. It is native to the Americas and known for its agility and solitary nature.

puma

/ˈpumə/ /ˈpjuːmə/

Definition:

A large wild cat native to the Americas, also known as a cougar or mountain lion.

Synonyms:

cougar, mountain lion, panther, catamount

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

domestic cat, kitten

Common Collocations:

puma tracks, puma attack, puma habitat

Derivatives:

pumas (plural), puma-like (adjective)

Usage Tips:

Use "puma" to refer to the animal in American English; "cougar" is more common in British English.

Common Phrases:

swift as a puma, puma’s leap, puma in the wild

Etymology:

Borrowed from Quechua "puma," meaning a large feline predator.

Examples:

  • 1. The puma silently stalked its prey through the forest.
  • 2. We saw a puma while hiking in the Rocky Mountains.
  • 3. Pumas are solitary animals and avoid human contact.
  • 4. The zookeeper fed the puma fresh meat every morning.

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