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Tabby Definition & Meaning

tabby
adjective
  1. having a grey or brown streak or a pattern or a patchy coloring; used especially of the patterned fur of cats
noun
  1. a cat with a grey or tawny coat mottled with black
  2. female cat

"Tabby" in song lyrics

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  • "myspace tabby7172"
    AOL — AOL
  • "female orange tabby"
    AOL — AOL
  • "orange tabby"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does tabby mean?
having a grey or brown streak or a pattern or a patchy coloring; used especially of the patterned fur of cats a cat with a grey or tawny coat mottled with black female cat
What part of speech is tabby?
Tabby is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does tabby have?
Tabby has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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