Meaning & use

Cheetah

noun·Everyday

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A large, slender, spotted wild cat native to Africa, known for being the fastest land animal.

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The cheetah reached a sprinting speed of over 100 kilometers per hour chasing its prey.

Conservationists are working to protect the cheetah's shrinking habitat.

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The name comes from the Hindi word 'chita,' meaning 'spotted one.'

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