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Tiger Definition & Meaning

tiger
noun
  1. a fierce or audacious person; "he's a tiger on the tennis court"; "it aroused the tiger in me"
  2. large feline of forests in most of Asia having a tawny coat with black stripes; endangered

"Tiger" in song lyrics

See how tiger is used in real songs:

  • "And I'm hovering like Tiger"
    2Mex f/ Sick Jacken (Psycho Realm), Xololanxinco — Doctors, Drums and Danger
  • "To keep the party pumpin like the heart of a tiger"
    The 7A3 — 1/2 Bouldin, the Other 1/2 Ince
  • "somebody tame this tiger"
    Artists Over Industry — Nose to the Grindstone

Usage tips for "tiger"

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Frequently asked questions

What does tiger mean?
a fierce or audacious person; "he's a tiger on the tennis court"; "it aroused the tiger in me" large feline of forests in most of Asia having a tawny coat with black stripes; endangered
What part of speech is tiger?
Tiger is a noun.
How many definitions does tiger have?
Tiger has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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