Abyssinian cat

noun

1. a breed of domesticated cat originating in Africa, typically having grayish or brownish fur with a reddish undercoat, giving it a brindled appearance.

Abyssinian cat

noun

1. a variety of cat with a long body and a short brown coat with black or dark brown markings

Word History and Origins

Origin of Abyssinian cat¹

First recorded in 1875–80