bobcat Synonyms & Antonyms
/ˈbɒb.kæt/
What Is Another Word for Bobcat?
Instead of bobcat you can say red lynx depending on the context.
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Bobcat as a Noun
1
A North American wildcat (Lynx rufus), having tufted ears and a short tail.
Synonyms & similar words
2
A multi-purpose construction vehicle, akin to a smaller version of a front-end loader or a backhoe (backhoe loader), with a one-man caged control cabin.
Word Forms & Grammar
bobcat (plural bobcats)
Words That Rhyme With Bobcat
Origin of Bobcat
Origin 1: From bob (short hair; with reference to its tail) + cat.
Origin 2: Genericization of the trademark Bobcat
Quick Facts About Bobcat
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈbɒb.kæt/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Meaning | A North American wildcat (Lynx rufus), having tufted ears and a short tail |
| Synonyms | red lynx |
| Plural | bobcats |
Pronouncing Bobcat
The standard pronunciation of bobcat is /ˈbɒb.kæt/, spoken in 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (bɒb).