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猫 (simplified) and its traditional form 貓 are phono-semantic compounds denoting a domesticated feline. The right component 苗 provides the phonetic element, which is thought to mimic the animal's vocalization. The simplified form uses the general animal radical 犭, while the traditional employs the 豸 radical, typically reserved for felines and beasts of prey. The character's core meaning refers to the cat, applicable to domestic pets and smaller wild felines depending on context. It features prominently in vocabulary describing feline behaviors, breeds, and in metaphors for stealth, agility, or elusiveness.
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我有一只小猫。
猫在桌子上。
这只猫很可爱。
妈妈喜欢那只猫。
猫和狗是好朋友。
我每天喂猫两次。
猫的尾巴很长很软。
那只猫躲在沙发后面。