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Tomcat
Gender Specific![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Use 'tomcat' only for male cats, not females. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/eJWzSjfpzGiOvQKUyxXFNH48Y.webp)
Animal Behavior![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
'Tomcat' connotes territorial and mating behaviors typical of unneutered males. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/nLIUCsWNlslGENzFoeo9mdlfno.webp)
Common Misuse![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Do not confuse 'tomcat' with 'tom cat', which could mistakenly refer to any male cat. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/TagKqdLzLPlkaG7mJrtlAt5lIc.webp)