cheetah

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈtʃiːtə/

Definition

A large, slender wild cat native to Africa and parts of Iran, known for being the fastest land animal.

Examples

• The cheetah relies on its incredible acceleration to catch gazelles in short bursts of speed.

• Unlike other big cats, the cheetah has non-retractable claws that act like running spikes for traction.

• Conservationists are working to protect the cheetah from habitat loss and human-wildlife conflict.

Synonyms of cheetah

Words with a similar meaning to cheetah:

• wild cat
• predator
• feline

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