persian cat

Thân thiện

A Persian cat naps on a sunny windowsill.

Definition

Noun: A long-haired breed of domestic cat characterized by a round face, short muzzle, and a thick, flowing coat.

Usage

The term "Persian cat" is used to refer to a specific, well-known breed of cat. It is a countable noun. * She owns two beautiful Persian cats. * The Persian cat is known for its gentle and quiet personality. * Which do you prefer, a Siamese or a Persian cat?

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used attributively (like an adjective) to describe things related to the breed.
  • She is a Persian cat breeder.
  • We need to buy Persian cat grooming tools.

Variants and Related Words

• Persian (noun): A common shortened form of "Persian cat."
  • I have a Persian and a Maine Coon.
• Longhair (noun): A general term for any long-haired cat, which includes the Persian breed.

Synonyms

• Long-haired cat (general term)
• Show cat (when referring to cats bred for competition, often including Persians)

Different Meanings

• Persian (adjective): Of or relating to the country Persia (modern-day Iran), its people, or its language.
  • Persian carpet, Persian poetry, the Persian language.
• The term "Persian cat" refers exclusively to the feline breed and is not used idiomatically.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a long-haired breed of cat

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