English Explanatory Dictionary

catlike

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Resembling a cat; feline.
  2. Nimble, quick, graceful.
  3. Slow, deliberate, quiet and stealthy.

Pronunciation

/ˈkætlaɪk/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-catlike.wav

Word forms

catlike more catlike most catlike

Etymology

From cat + -like.

Synonyms

sneaky catly catty feline agile light-footed slinky

Derived words

catlikeness noncatlike uncatlike
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