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catnip

/ˈkatnɪp/

Meanings
  • noun

    A potent, fragrant herb that causes a euphoric reaction when eaten or smelled by cats.

    - "My cat goes crazy for catnip toys."
    - "The catnip plant is a member of the mint family."

Synonyms

catmint , catwort
Rhymes
Words rhyming with catnip
nip , dip
Variants
List of all variants of catnip that leads to same result
catnip , catnips
Etymology
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The name catnip comes from the Tamil word katni, meaning 'cat's grass'. It has been used to describe the plant since the 16th century.


Trivia
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  1. Catnip does not actually get cats 'high'. Instead, it stimulates their senses and makes them feel more relaxed and playful.

  2. Some cats do not react to catnip at all, while others become extremely agitated by it.

  3. Catnip is safe for cats to eat and can be given to them in small quantities as a treat.


Related Concepts
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  1. Nepeta cataria: The scientific name for catnip.


Culture
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Catnip has been used for centuries to stimulate and entertain cats. It is often added to cat toys or used in catnip-infused treats. In literature, catnip is mentioned in various works, such as in Ernest Hemingway's 'The Old Man and the Sea' and in T.S. Eliot's 'Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats'.

How to Memorize "catnip"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a green, fragrant plant that cats find irresistible. Visualize the plant's leaves being crushed and released into the air, causing your cat to go wild.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word catnip with your cat's favorite toy or treat. Every time you see or hear the word catnip, think of your cat's reaction to it.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Catnip, cats can't resist it, they go nuts and flip it'.


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