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cheetah

/ˈtʃiː.tə/

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noun

/ˈtʃiː.tə/A2formal
  • ruКрупная длинноногая пятнистая кошка, обитающая в Африке и юго-западной Азии, известная невтяжными когтями и способностью быть самым быстрым наземным млекопитающим, поддающимся дрессировке для преследования дичи.

A large, long-legged spotted cat native to Africa and southwestern Asia, known for having nonretractile claws and being the fastest land mammal, capable of being trained to pursue game.

  1. Fastest land animalA2formal

    A large, long-legged wild cat with a spotted coat, native to Africa and parts of Asia, known for being the fastest land mammal.

    ruСамое быстрое наземное животное

    • The cheetah can reach speeds of up to 70 miles per hour in short bursts.
    • Cheetahs use their speed to hunt antelope on the African savanna.
    • Unlike other big cats, cheetahs have nonretractile claws that provide better traction.
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