house cat

• Chat domestique qui vit principalement à l'intérieur, par opposition à un chat errant ou de rue. Désigne généralement un chat de compagnie qui reste dans la maison.

A domestic cat that lives primarily indoors, as opposed to a stray or outdoor cat. It typically refers to a pet cat that stays inside the home.

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   A cat that lives primarily indoors as a pet, as opposed to a stray or feral cat.

   chat domestique

   • My house cat loves to sleep on the sofa.
   • House cats need regular feeding and care.
   • Unlike stray cats, a house cat is usually friendly to people.