Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tom
noun
/tɒm/
Definition
A male animal, especially a male cat or turkey.
Examples
- My cat is a playful tom.
- We saw a tom turkey strutting in the field.
- Tom is known for his adventurous nature.
Meaning
The term ‘tom’ commonly refers to a male of certain species, notably in cats and turkeys.
Synonyms
- male
- bull
- rooster
