declaw

• Verbo que significa la extracción quirúrgica de las garras de un animal, generalmente un gato.

A verb meaning to remove the claws of an animal, typically a cat, surgically.

1. Remove claws from an animalB2formal

   To surgically remove the claws of an animal, typically a cat, to prevent scratching.

   Desgarrar las garras

   • Some owners choose to declaw their cats to protect furniture.
   • Veterinarians often advise against declawing due to potential health issues.
   • Declawing a cat is a controversial procedure in many countries.