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leopard
noun
leop·ard ˈle-pərd 
1
a
: a large strong cat (Panthera pardus) of southern Asia and Africa that is adept at climbing and is usually tawny or buff with black spots arranged in rosettes
called also panther
b
: the fur or pelt of a leopard
2
: a heraldic representation of a lion passant guardant
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Ariana Quihuiz, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2022 Norman stopped the vehicle abruptly and pointed out the tracks of a leopard dragging its kill. James F. Lopez, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Aug. 2022 The French couturier known for his unapologetic glamour was at it again this season, producing a collection that oozed with shimmer, sequins, feather flourishes and even a flash of leopard. Thomas Adamson, USA TODAY, 25 Jan. 2022 Her adorable outfits included loud prints (often of the leopard or floral variety) and a penchant for layering and graphic tees. Megan C. Hills, CNN, 9 Nov. 2021 The aluminum cases are also stacked on shelves, showing off appealing designs of their own: leopard print; a rainbow case for Pride; a mosaic of blues, greens, and purples. Katherine Dunn, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2022 The red leopard-print ensemble featured all-over sequins, adding a glittery effect. Hannah Kerns, Peoplemag, 26 Aug. 2022 Thanks to its often versatile color palette, leopard print can function as an elevated neutral in your outfit. Sam Peters, Good Housekeeping, 10 Aug. 2022 For the performance, Lipa wore a custom semi-sheer black leopard-print jumpsuit from Andrea Adamo. Melody Leibner, Harper's BAZAAR, 2 Aug. 2022 See More
Ariana Quihuiz, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2022 Norman stopped the vehicle abruptly and pointed out the tracks of a leopard dragging its kill. James F. Lopez, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Aug. 2022 The French couturier known for his unapologetic glamour was at it again this season, producing a collection that oozed with shimmer, sequins, feather flourishes and even a flash of leopard. Thomas Adamson, USA TODAY, 25 Jan. 2022 Her adorable outfits included loud prints (often of the leopard or floral variety) and a penchant for layering and graphic tees. Megan C. Hills, CNN, 9 Nov. 2021 The aluminum cases are also stacked on shelves, showing off appealing designs of their own: leopard print; a rainbow case for Pride; a mosaic of blues, greens, and purples. Katherine Dunn, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2022 The red leopard-print ensemble featured all-over sequins, adding a glittery effect. Hannah Kerns, Peoplemag, 26 Aug. 2022 Thanks to its often versatile color palette, leopard print can function as an elevated neutral in your outfit. Sam Peters, Good Housekeeping, 10 Aug. 2022 For the performance, Lipa wore a custom semi-sheer black leopard-print jumpsuit from Andrea Adamo. Melody Leibner, Harper's BAZAAR, 2 Aug. 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
Middle English, from Anglo-French lepart, leupart, from Late Latin leopardus, from Greek leopardos, from leōn lion + pardos leopard
First Known Use
13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a
Phrases Containing leopard
Kids Definition
leopard
noun
leop·ard ˈle-pərd
: a large animal of the cat family found in Asia and Africa that has a brownish buff coat with black spots and is an excellent climber
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