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Definition of puma

puma

/ˈpjuː.mə/
pu · ma
Plural:pumas
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puma Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A large, powerful, unspotted wild cat native to the Americas, characterized by its tawny or grayish coat and highly adaptable predatory behavior across diverse habitats.

Example

"The wildlife camera captured a solitary puma moving silently through the rugged mountain terrain at dusk."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

The terms puma, cougar, mountain lion, and panther are often used interchangeably to refer to the exact same species of wild cat, with usage varying largely by region.

• Rhymes for puma

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish 'puma', which derives directly from the Quechua word 'puma' referring to the same animal.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Puma. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 21, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/puma
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