Tigress refers to specific behaviors of female tigers, like hunting and caring for cubs. The tigress was seen teaching her cubs how to hunt.
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Environment Specific
The word tigress is often used in nature documentaries or wildlife discussions. A tigress was spotted near the water hole by the safari group.
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Not Gender-neutral
The term specifically indicates gender; 'tiger' is the general term used when gender is unknown or irrelevant. The ranger explained that a tigress is a female, while a tiger can be of any gender.