leopard

A large wild cat with dark spots, found in Africa and parts of Asia.

• A leopard rested in the tree.
• Leopards hunt mostly at night.
• We saw a leopard with two cubs.

Common phrases: a wild leopard, leopard cub, leopard spots

A wild cat of a related kind, such as one living in snowy mountains or Asian forests.

• The snow leopard walked across the rocks.
• Clouded leopards climb trees with ease.
• A snow leopard uses its long tail for balance.

Common phrases: snow leopard, clouded leopard