Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pardalis
noun
/pɑːrˈdɑːlɪs/
Definition
A term referring to a jaguar or leopard, often used in scientific names.
Examples
- The scientific name of the leopard is Panthera pardalis.
- Some species, like the Pardalis checkered, are noted for their striking patterns.
- Pardalis can refer to various subspecies of big cats found in different habitats.
Meaning
The word ‘pardalis’ is commonly associated with spotted big cats, particularly in biological nomenclature.
Synonyms
- Leopard
- Jungle cat
- Big cat
