Definition
Definition of CAT - Reverso English Dictionary
Acronym
1.
acr: Computerized Axial TomographyTECH. medical scan using computers to make body imagesTECH.
- The doctor ordered a CAT to check for injuries.
2.
acr: computed axial tomographyTECH. scan to see inside the bodyTECH.
- She had a CAT to check her head.
3.
acr: career aptitude testTECH. test to find out what job suits youTECH.
- She took a CAT to explore career options.
4.
acr: crisis assessment teamTECH. team that helps people in mental health crisesTECH.
- The CAT arrived quickly to help the person in crisis.
5.
acr: common admission testTECH. test for entering business schoolsTECH.
- She studied hard to pass the CAT for business school admission.
6.
acr: clear-air turbulenceTECH. turbulence in clear sky without cloudsTECH.
- The pilot warned about CAT during the smooth flight through clear skies.
7.
acr: computer-assisted/aided translationTECH. using computers to help translate languagesTECH.
- CAT tools improve accuracy when translating complex documents.
Abbreviation
abr: Caterpillar Inc.TECH. US company that makes heavy machinery and enginesTECH. US
- CAT released a new bulldozer model.
Expressions with CAT
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medical test using X-rays to see inside the body
The doctor ordered a CAT scan for my head injury.
machine using X-rays to create body's detailed images
The doctor reviewed the images from the CAT scanner to diagnose the patient's condition.
software that helps translators work faster and more accurately
Many translators use a CAT tool for large projects.
Origin of CAT
Latin cattus (cat)
Terms with CAT included in their meaning
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animal
large wild cat with a mane, native to Africa and Asia
animal
large predatory cat with orange and black stripes
pop culture
Sanrio cartoon cat used on products and in stories
animal
large spotted cat native to the Americas
feline offspring
young cat, especially before sexual maturity
cat furniture
tall structure for cats to scratch and stretch
animal
large striped wild cat native to Siberia
striped cat
cat with dark stripes on lighter fur
wildlife
large wild cat native to the Americas
animals
young domestic cat
animal
large wild cat famous for running very fast
cat waste material
granular material used in a box where domestic cats defecate and urinate
animal
large wild cat with a spotted coat
cat waste
container filled with absorbent material for cats to excrete in
cat usage
shallow container filled with absorbent material for cats to excrete in
cat behavior
knead with front paws like a cat
animals
sound made by a cat
animal
large wild cat with black fur
zoology
domestic cat with black brown yellow markings
animals
female cat giving birth to kittens
wildlife
large wild cat native to the Americas
animals
related to cats or the cat family
grace
having cat-like grace or stealth
animals
animal in the cat family Felidae
Examples of CAT in a sentence
He was nervous before his CAT appointment. The doctor recommended a CAT for a detailed view. He was nervous about the CAT results for his abdomen. He decided to take a CAT to better understand his strengths. The counselor recommended a CAT for career guidance. The CAT provided immediate support to the family.
A CAT was dispatched to the emergency scene. Many students enroll in coaching classes to excel in the CAT. The CAT is a crucial step for MBA aspirants. Pilots are trained to handle CAT effectively. CAT can occur unexpectedly during flights. She relied on CAT tools for the translation project. CAT software improved the efficiency of the translation process. CAT supplies equipment to construction firms. Many farms use CAT tractors for harvesting.
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- French:scanner, TDM, ...
- German:CT, Berufseignungstest, ...
- Italian:tomografia assiale computerizzata, TAC, ...
- Spanish:Tomografía Axial Computarizada, TAC, ...
- Portuguese:TAC, teste de aptidão vocacional, ...
- Chinese:计算机轴向断层扫描, 卡特彼勒公司, ...
- Japanese:CT, CAT, ...
- Arabic:تصوير مقطعي محوسب, كاتربيلر, ...
- Hebrew:טוֹמוֹגְרַפְיָה מְמוּחְשֶׁבֶת, חֶבְרַת קָטֶרְפִּילָר, ...
- Russian:КТ, тест на профориентацию, ...
- Ukrainian:комп'ютерна томографія, Caterpillar Inc., ...
- Hindi:सीटी स्कैन, कैटरपिलर, ...
Definition of cat - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
domestic animalsmall domesticated feline animal kept as a pet
- The cat purred softly as it sat on the lap..
2.
wildlifewild animal of the feline family, such as a lion or tiger
- A cat prowled silently through the jungle underbrush..
3.
Unix commandTECH. program in Unix that outputs file contentsTECH.
- Use the cat command to view the file.
4.
nautical deviceDated device for raising an anchor or lifting heavy weights on a shipDated
- The crew used the cat to hoist the anchor aboard..
Verb
1.
technologytr. TECH. US display file contents using a command-line tooltr. TECH. US
- He catted the files to check their contents.
2.
- She was caught catting about her friends.
3.
maritimetr. Rare hoist an anchor to the cathead of a shiptr. Rare
- They cat the anchor before leaving the harbor..
4.
punishmenttr. Rare UK flog with a cat-o'-nine-tailstr. Rare UK
- The sailor was ordered to be catted for his disobedience.
Abbreviation
1.
abr: categoryTECH. group or class of similar things or peopleTECH.
- Please select the right cat for your item.
2.
abr: catalytic converterTECH. US device that reduces pollution from car exhaustTECH. US
- The car needs a new cat to pass inspection.
Images of cat
small domesticated feline animal kept as a pet 
wild animal of the feline family, such as a lion or tiger 
device for raising an anchor or lifting heavy weights on a ship
Expressions with cat
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stray cat typically found in urban areas
The alley cat scavenged for food in the dumpster.
game with string looped over fingers
We played cat's cradle during recess.
long, stiff hair growing on a cat's face
The cat brushed against her, tickling her with its cat's whiskers..
rich person contributing to political campaigns
The fat cat donated millions to the senator's campaign.
a person who looks very pleased or triumphant
He walked in like the cat that got the canary after winning the game.
smile very widely, often with a secret or mischievous look
He grinned like the Cheshire cat when he heard the news.
cause trouble or make people upset or worried
His question put the cat amongst the pigeons at the meeting.
achieve a goal using different methods
There are many ways to skin the cat in solving this problem.
person or thing causing trouble or disturbance
His comment was a real cat among the pigeons.
burglary done with stealth and agility
The thief's cat burglary skills were unmatched.
state of being unusually quiet or speechless
When asked about the prank, it was cat got his tongue.
feeling very pleased or self-satisfied about something
After winning the game, he looked like the cat got the cream.
unable to speak due to surprise or shyness
Why are you so quiet? Cat got your tongue?
person showing smugness while hiding secret or naughty acts
He looked like the cat that ate the canary after the prank.
noun phrase meaning someone looking very pleased or smug
He looked like a cat that swallowed the canary after winning the game..
person or thing that is very unusual or unique
She is a different breed of cat in this industry.
reveal a secret unintentionally
He let the cat out during the meeting.
very quickly or suddenly
He ran out of the room like a scalded cat.
expression of surprise at someone's arrival
Look what the cat dragged in, it's John!
very anxious, jumpy, or easily startled
She was nervous as a cat before the test.
tease or toy with someone before defeating them
The chess champion played cat and mouse with his opponent before winning.
the secret becomes known by others
Now the cat is out of the bag, everyone knows the truth!
the secret has been revealed and can't be hidden again
Once she told him, the cat's out of the bag.
the most powerful or important person in a group
In the office, she's the top cat.
Origin of cat
Late Latin, cattus (cat)
Examples of cat in a sentence
She adopted a cat from the animal shelter. The cat's roar echoed through the savannah. A cat stalked its prey in the moonlight. The cat command is useful for displaying text files. You can concatenate files using the cat command. The sailors operated the cat to lift the cargo.
The cat was essential for the ship's operations. She catted the document to view its latest changes. The script catted multiple logs for review. They were catting about their neighbor's new car. He spent the afternoon catting with his colleagues. The crew was ordered to cat the anchor immediately. They practiced how to cat the anchor efficiently. The captain decided to cat the rebellious crew member. He was threatened to be catted if he disobeyed again. This cat includes all fiction books. Choose the cat that fits your entry. A faulty cat can trigger the check engine light. They replaced the cat to reduce emissions.
View all translations of cat
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- French:chat, concaténer, ...
- German:Katze, den Befehl cat verwenden, ...
- Italian:gatto, usare il comando cat, ...
- Spanish:gato, usar, ...
- Portuguese:gato, usar o comando cat, ...
- Chinese:猫, 使用cat命令, ...
- Japanese:猫, catコマンドを使う, ...
- Arabic:قط, عَرَضَ الملف, ...
- Hebrew:חָתוּל, לְהַצִּיג אֶת תּוֹכֶן הַקּוֹבֶץ בִּפְקוּדַת cat, ...
- Russian:кошка, использовать команду cat, ...
- Ukrainian:кіт, використовувати команду cat, ...
- Hindi:बिल्ली, कैट करना, ...
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