Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
feliform
noun
/ˈfiː.lɪ.fɔːrm/
Definition
A term referring to a group of carnivorous mammals that resemble cats, including families such as Felidae (cats), Hyena (hyenas), and others.
Examples
- The leopard is a well-known feliform that hunts in various habitats.
- Hyenas, though they resemble dogs, are classified as feliforms due to their genetic lineage.
- Many feliforms are skilled hunters, using stealth and speed to catch their prey.
Meaning
Feliforms are a suborder of mammals characterized by their feline-like features and predatory behaviors.
Synonyms
- Cat-like mammals
- Carnivorous mammals
