jaguar

Meanings

• noun

  A large, powerful cat species native to the Americas, characterized by its distinctive black spots on a yellow background.

  - "The jaguar is the largest cat species in the Americas."
  - "Jaguars are known for their powerful jaws and sharp teeth."
  - "The jaguar is a symbol of power and strength in many indigenous cultures."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈdʒæɡjuːɑː/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈdʒæɡ(j)u.ɑɹ/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=501860"

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with jaguar
guitar , mocca tar , par , mar

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Variants

List of all variants of jaguar that leads to same result
jaguar , jaguars

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The name 'jaguar' comes from the Taino word 'yagua' meaning 'lord of the forest'.

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Trivia

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1. The jaguar is the only big cat that can swim long distances in the water.

2. Jaguars have the strongest bite force of any big cat.

3. Jaguars are excellent climbers and can climb trees to ambush their prey.

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Related Concepts

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1. Panthera onca: The scientific name for the jaguar.

2. Big Cat: The jaguar is the largest of the big cats in the Americas.

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Culture

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The jaguar holds great cultural significance in many indigenous American societies, often being revered as a powerful and spiritual creature. It is featured in the art, literature, and mythology of various indigenous cultures, such as the Maya, Inca, and Aztecs.

How to Memorize "jaguar"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the jaguar's distinctive black spots on a yellow background. Imagine its powerful jaws and sharp teeth.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the jaguar with power, strength, and the Americas.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Jaguar Justifies Amazing Strength' to remember the name.

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