Abyssinian cat

American  

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.

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Abyssinian cat British  

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of Abyssinian cat

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

Beverly is a lithe bronze beauty with the poise of a pedigreed Abyssinian cat.

From Time Magazine Archive