Wildcat Definition
wildcat
adjective
- outside the bounds of legitimate or ethical business practices; "wildcat currency issued by irresponsible banks"; "wildcat stock speculation"; "a wildcat airline"; "wildcat life insurance schemes"
- without official authorization; "an unauthorized strike"; "wildcat work stoppage"
- (of a mine or oil well) drilled speculatively in an area not known to be productive; "drilling there would be strictly a wildcat operation"; "a wildcat mine"; "wildcat drilling"; "wildcat wells"
noun
- an exploratory oil well drilled in land not known to be an oil field
- a cruelly rapacious person
- any small or medium-sized cat resembling the domestic cat and living in the wild
"Wildcat" in song lyrics
See how wildcat is used in real songs:
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"chantilly wildcat"
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"cya wildcat"
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"arizona daily wildcat"
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Words that rhyme with wildcat
Usage tips for "wildcat"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "wildcat" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for wildcat to find words that pair well.