Maine coon


Maine coon

n. A domestic cat of a large breed that originated in New England, having a long shaggy coat, tufted ears and feet, and often a full ruff.
[From its similarity to a raccoon.]

Maine Coon

n (Breeds) a breed of large powerfully-built long-haired indigenous American cat [C20: so-called because it was first recognized as a specific breed in Maine, USA, and because it somewhat resembles a raccoon in appearance]