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cheetah

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun cheetah has 1 sense
  1. cheetah, chetah, Acinonyx jubatus - long-legged spotted cat of Africa and southwestern Asia having nonretractile claws; the swiftest mammal; can be trained to run down game
    --1 is a kind of big cat, cat
    --1 is a member of Acinonyx, genus Acinonyx

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Cheetah

Definition

A cheetah is a large African feline, scientifically known as Acinonyx jubatus. It is the fastest land animal, capable of reaching speeds up to 70 miles per hour.

Senses

Noun - Animal

The cheetah is a carnivorous mammal with a slender body, spotted coat, and long legs built for speed. It mainly preys on small to medium-sized ungulates.

Sample sentence: The cheetah stealthily approached its prey before rapidly sprinting to catch it.

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Noun - Person

In some contexts, "cheetah" can be used informally to describe a person who is exceptionally speedy or agile.

Sample sentence: Tom ran like a cheetah, leaving his friends far behind in the race.

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Adjective

The term "cheetah" can also function as an adjective to describe something or someone who is exceptionally fast or swift.

Sample sentence: The cheetah car effortlessly zoomed past all other vehicles on the racetrack.

Local Usage

In local communities, "cheetah" can refer to a particular brand, product, or establishment.

Sample sentence: Let's meet at Cheetah Coffeehouse and grab a cup of joe.

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