Feline (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to cats; "feline fur".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The veterinarian specialized in the care and treatment of feline patients at her small animal hospital.
- Feline behavior is often characterized by a high degree of independence and agility.
- Domestication of feline animals is believed to date back thousands of years to ancient Egypt.
- Catnip is a herb with a scent that is particularly attractive to feline noses.
- The feline form is often depicted in art and literature as a symbol of mystery and stealth.