tiger

• Gran mamífero carnívoro de la familia de los félidos, originario de Asia, de pelaje anaranjado con rayas negras, conocido por su fuerza y ferocidad.

A large, powerful carnivorous mammal of the cat family, native to Asia, known for its distinctive orange coat with black stripes.

1. Large wild catA1formal

   A large, powerful carnivorous feline with orange fur and black stripes, native to Asia.

   Tigre (felino grande)

   • The tiger is the largest species of cat in the world.
   • We saw a tiger sleeping in the shade at the zoo.
   • Tigers are endangered due to habitat loss and poaching.

2. Fierce or determined personB2informal

   A person who is very energetic, aggressive, or determined.

   Persona feroz o decidida

   • She's a real tiger when it comes to negotiating contracts.
   • He fought like a tiger to defend his title.
   • The young athlete is a tiger on the basketball court.

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